Lyon, John L.

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C. 1846 251 Broadway, New York, New York.

1847-1855 55 State Street, Hobron’s Block, Over the Post Office New London, Connecticut.

1860-1861 55 State Street, New London, Connecticut.

1845 August 22. Morning News. (New London, Connecticut.) August 22, 1845, Vol. I, No. 242, P. 3.

Steamboat Hotel. William Bacon, Proprietor, Bank-street. Aug 21—…J. L. Lyon…

1846 August 18. Morning News. (New London, Connecticut.) August 18, 1846, Vol. II, No. 238, P. 3.

City Hotel. Walter Edwards Proprietor, State-street. Aug. 17—…J. L. Lyon…

1846 September 14. Morning News. (New London, Connecticut.) September 14, 1846, Vol. II, No. 262, P. 3.

Bacon’s Hotel. William Bacon, Proprietor, Bank-street. Sept. 12—…J. L. Lyon…

1847 April 17. New London Democrat. (New London, Connecticut.) April 17, 1847, Vol. III, No. 5, Whole No. 109, P. 3.

Removal E. H. Payne would respectfully inform the inhabitants of New London, and its vicinity, that he has removed from the “Exchange” To Hobron’s Block, over the Post Office, where he has recently fitted up a suit of rooms including a Ladies’ Parlor and Exhibition Gallery; and having just imported a German Camera, of the largest size, he is prepared to execute Daguerreotype Likenesses from the smallest size to the Largest Ever Taken In This Country.

In connection with the Gallery we have an operating room which has a large and clear North Light, which is acknowledged by all artists as being superior to any other for taking pictures, and for giving the eye that clearness and life-like expression which has been so much desired to make the Daguerreotype perfect.

Mr. P. would state that he has engaged for the coming season that excellent and successful operator, Mr. J. L. Lyon’s, whose pictures taken during the past winter at the “Plumbe Gallery,” New York, have received the admiration of all.

With these increased facilities and the assurance that we shall use nothing but the best materials, we would say to those in want of Good Likenesses, That Will Not Fade, give us a call and we will use our utmost endeavors to please.

Strangers visiting the city, as well as residents, are respectful;;y invited to call and examine specimens which will be exhibited at all hours with much pleasure.

Children taken in from three to eight seconds in clear weather.

Daguerreotypes, Paintings, Drawings, &c., copied with accuracy.

Advertisement ran from April 17 to May 1, 1847.

1847 April 21. The People’s Advocate. (New London, Connecticut.) April 21, 1847, Vol. VII, No. 36, Whole No. 347, P. 3.

Strangers visiting the city, as well as residents, are respectful;;y invited to call and examine specimens which will be exhibited at all hours with much pleasure.

Children taken in from three to eight seconds in clear weather.

Daguerreotypes, Paintings, Drawings, &c., copied with accuracy.

Advertisement ran from April 21 to May 5, 1847.

1848 April 8. New London Democrat. (New London, Connecticut.) April 8, 1848, Vol. IV, No. 4, Whole No. 160, P. 2.

“The Press Gang.” Such is the significant title of a group of Daguerreotype portraits just taken in this city by J. L. Lyon, the eminent artist who has recently succeeded E. H. Payne, Esq., in the Daguerrean Rooms in Hobron’s building over the Post Office

The group alluded to is executed in most admirable style, and though taken before the election is finely illustrative of the well known saying of the Poet,

“Coming events cast their shadows before.”

The picture consists of three editors sitting on a log. Dolbeare of the Morning News, Scofield, of the Star and Democrat, and Jackson of the Newport News. The features of all are life-like and characteristic.

There sits Dolbeare on the right, with “spectacles on nose,” looking for all the world as sadly sour, as he undoubtedly felt the day after the election; his whole features robed in unusual dejection, and his attitude speaking at every point—“I can’t help it!” Then on the left is Jackson, his political friend, from the land of the Algerines; with his head resting upon his hand, in melancholy sympathy with his whig brother on the right; a speaking outline of the inner working of the thoughts; while between them sits Scofield, in an easy, slipshod manner, with his impudently good natured, and brassy countenance peering out and saying plainly as even language could say, “I guess we’ve got you,” with a saucy half smile wreathing his chubby visage, and setting off the picture in a style graphique.

As a specimen of the daguerrean art this picture is highly creditable to the operator; and considering the subject, we think it tells plainly that those who want true pictures, will do well to call on our friend Lyons; as with different subjects there is no doubt that he can do the elegant.

1848 April 8. New London Democrat. (New London, Connecticut.) April 8, 1848, Vol. IV, No. 4, Whole No. 160, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes! J. L. Lyon Would respectfully inform his friends, and the public generally, that he has taken the Daguerreotype establishment, formerly owned by E. H. Payne, over the Post Office, where he would be happy to receive all who may favor him with a call, either for pictures, or to examine specimens. He feels confident of giving entire satisfaction to all who may wish pictures, as his information in the art was obtained from one of the first Daguerreotype operators in the United States, and his practice, not only with the former proprietor, but with others, having been the most extensive for the past five years.

Ladies and gentlemen are respectfully invited to call. Rooms over the Post Office.

Advertisement ran from April 8 to December 16, 1848.

1848 April 13. Morning News. (New London, Connecticut.) April 13, 1848, Vol. IV, No. 114, P. 3.

J. L. Lyon, Daguerreotype Miniature Rooms, Horron’s [sic.] Block, Over The Post Office, New London. Miniatures taken with the modern discoveries and improvements of the Art, neatly set in Lockets, Pins, Rings, Bracelets or Cases. Copies taken from Daguerreotype Portraits and Paintings at short notice. Also Daguerreotypes taken of deceased persons. Perfect satisfaction guaranteed or no charge.

N. B. Instruction given in the improvements of the Art on the most reasonable terms.

Advertisement was recorded from April 13 to 25, 1848.

1848 April 15. New London Democrat. (New London, Connecticut.) April 15, 1848, Vol. IV, No. 5, Whole No. 161, P. 2.

More Light.—Hobron’s Block in State-st., has long been the centre of light in our city, and every body had supposed it was perfect.—But no. It was destined to increase. It has increased. There has been for a long time—first, and most important, of course, the light of our brilliant Star, beaming like Lucifer before his fall, the brightest of the sons of the morning—the Democrat, the condenser of its rays. Second, the Post Office, whence the light of constantly inflowing intelligence is issued to all parts of the city, and to all departments of business. Third, The News and Reading Rooms, under the administration of our friend Irish, whose well known zeal and assiduity are full up to the injunction—”Circulate the documents.” Fourth, the Daguerrean Gallery, late Mr. Payne’—now under the direction of Mr. Lyon, by whose directing skill, old Sol will make a second-self on silver, of every mother’s son or daughter who will favor him with the opportunity—thus making ‘heaven’s blest light’ the prime agent in dileneation [sic.]. And last, not least, we have the light of Legal science pouring from the same common centre—by the removal of Messrs. Wright & Stone to the building. Come then, ye mighties who compose the august public—com where the light shineth, and bathe either mind in its pellucid rays!

1848 April 19. The Peoples Advocate. (New London, Connecticut.) April 19, 1848, Vol. VIII, No. 36, Whole No. 400, P. 3.

J. L. Lyon, Daguerreotype Miniature Rooms, Hobron’s Block, Over The Post Office, New London. Miniatures taken with the modern discoveries and improvements of the Art, neatly set in Lockets, Pins, Rings, Bracelets or Cases. Copies taken from Daguerreotype Portraits and Paintings at short notice. Also Daguerreotypes taken of deceased persons. Perfect satisfaction guaranteed or no charge.

N. B. Instruction given in the improvements of the Art on the most reasonable terms. April 13.

Advertisement was recorded on April 19 & 26.

1848 April 26. New London Daily Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) April 26, 1848, Vol. I, No. 1, P. 4.

N. B. Instruction given in the improvements of the Art on the most reasonable terms. April 13.

Advertisement was recorded on April 26 & 27, 1848.

1848 April 28. The Daily Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) April 28, 1848, Vol. I, No. 3, P. 3.

Lyon’s Gallery of Daguerreotypes. Hobron’s Block, Over the Post Office, New-London. The attention of the public is invited to the miniatures which are daily made at this fashionable establishment.—The superiority of these pictures is the result of care in the arrangements throughout—particularly of the light. By the use of a clear north light, which is admitted by all artists to be the best, pictures are usually made in from 15 to 20 seconds. A mild, pleasing, delicate eye is obtained, in stead of a blotch of white, nearly or fully covering the pupil, and boldness of character, beauty of expression, and delicacy of light and shade which cannot be attained by an ordinary light.

Particular attention paid to taking family groups: also portraits of deceased persons at private residences if requested. Price of pictures $1.50 and upwards, according to size of plate and richness of cases and frames.

Mr. L. would thank his friends and the public for the very liberal patronage he has received, and invite them to call at his rooms over the Post Office.

Advertisement ran from April 28, 1848 to July 29, 1849.

1848 May 3. New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) May 3, 1848, Vol. I, No. 1, P. 3.

Lyon’s Gallery of Daguerreotypes, Hobron’s Block, Over the Post Office, New London. The attention of the public is invited to the miniatures which are daily made at this fashionable establishment.—The superiority of these pictures is the result of care in the arrangements throughout—particularly of the light. By the use of a clear north light, which is admitted by all artists to be the best, pictures are usually made in from 15 to 20 seconds. A mild, pleasing, delicate eye is obtained, instead of a blotch of white, nearly or fully covering the pupil, and boldness of character, beauty of expression, and delicacy of light and shade which cannot be attained by an ordinary light.

Particular attention paid to taking family groups; also portraits of deceased persons at private residences if required. Price of pictures $1.50 and upwards, according to size of plate and richness of cases and frames.

Mr. L. would thank his friends and the public for the very liberal patronage he has received, and invite them to call at his rooms over the Post Office.

Advertisement ran on May 3 & 24, 1848.

1849 May 10. New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) May 10, 1849, Vol. II, No. 76, P. 2.

Mr. Lyon, whose rooms are in Court-street near the Post Office, has recently added to the attraction of his gallery by a number of daguerreotype impressions of the old Congregational Church, now about to be taken down and replaced by a splendid stone edifice. These views are taken from various points and present exact likenesses of the ancient building, very finely executed. A good many of our citizens desirous of possessing such memento of his time honored fabric, have possessed themselves of a copy, and we presume Mr. L. could furnish a few more, if requested to do so within a day or two. After this week the opportunity will have passed by forever. Mr. Lyon is a very successful artist in his own particular branch, and is withal a man very worthy of public encouragement.

1849 October 27. New London Daily Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) October 27, 1849, Vol. II, No. 152, P. 3.

J. L. Lyon, Daguerrean Miniature Rooms. Hoban’s Block, over the Post Office, Miniatures taken with the modern discoveries and improvements of the Art, neatly set in Lockets, Pins, Rings, Bracelets or Cases.

Copies taken from Daguerreotype Portraits and Paintings at short notice. Daguerreotypes taken of deceased persons. Perfect Satisfaction Guaranteed or no Charge.

Advertisement ran from October 27 to December 8, 1849.

1849 October 31. New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) October 31, 1849, Vol. II, No. 79, P. 3.

J. L. Lyon, Daguerrean Miniature Rooms. Hobron’s Block, over the Post Office, Miniatures taken with the modern discoveries and improvements in the Art, neatly set in Lockets, Pins, Rings, Bracelets or Cases.

Copies taken from Daguerreotype Portraits and Paintings, at short notice.

Daguerreotypes taken of deceased persons.

Perfect satisfaction Guarantied or no Charge.

Advertisement ran five times between October 31 to December 5, 1849.

1849 December 10. New London Daily Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) December 10, 1849, Vol. II, No. 172, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes Extraordinary. J. L. Lyon, Would respectfully give notice to the citizens of New London and vicinity, that he has now completed the refurnishing of his rooms, making them in point of beauty and convenience equal to any in the country. In consequence of the increasing demand for his superior likenesses, he has made arrangements with Mr. Walker (a very distinguished artist) to assist him for a short time, and he trusts that those who want likenesses will avail themselves of this rare opportunity.

Rooms in Hobron’s Block, over the Post Office.

Advertisement ran from December 10, 1849 to May 29, 1850.

1849 December 12. New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) December 12, 1849, Vol. II, No. 85, P. 2.

The New Daguerreotype Establishment.—We take pleasure in directing attention to the advertisement of Mr. Lyon. He has so renovated and embellished his rooms, as really to render them quite as attractive as any thing of the kind in the country. They are certainly less extensive than some of those in Broadway, but they are by no means inferior to the best of them in the taste and liberality bestowed in fitting them up, either in point of beauty or convenience. Mr. Walker, the gentleman who has recently been employed in the establishment, brings with him a very high reputation for skill and effectiveness in the art, and most undoubtedly deserves it. The specimens of his efforts which he exhibits, furnish some of the most magnificent daguerreotyping imaginable. In distinctness and richness of tone as well as truth and fidelity of likeness, we believe his portraits equal to any to be found in the United States. So at any rate they strike us; but it is hardly worth while for any one to depend on newspaper notices of such works of art. They must be seen to be appreciated, and we really advise everybody to visit the gallery and look at them—look for instance at Mr. Walker’s portrait of himself, and than say whether they ever saw a more finished or more faithful likeness. His pictures have all the soft delicacy of the best mezzotints, combined with the spirit and freedom of the higher order of engravings.—but we simply designed a mere reference to the advertisement, and have already said more than we meant to do.

1849 December 12. New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) December 12, 1849, Vol. II, No. 85, P. 3.

Rooms in Hobron’s Block, over the Post Office.

Advertisement was recorded nineteen times between December 10, 1849 to June 5, 1850.

1850 May 8. New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) May 8, 1850. Vol. II, N0. 106, P. 3.

Copartnership Notice. The undersigned have this day formed a copartnership, under the name and firm of Lyon & Rogers, and will continue the Daguerreotype business at the old stand, in Hobron’s Block, over the Post Office. J. L. Lyon, Geo. H. Rogers. April 30, 1850.

1850 May 11. New London Democrat. (New London, Connecticut.) May 11, 1850, Vol. VI, No. 9, Whole No. 269, P. 3.

Advertisement was recorded on May 11 & 18, 1850

1850 May 13. Daily Morning Star. (New London, Connecticut.) May 13, 1850, New Series-Vol. IV, No. 254, P. 2.

Call at Messrs. Lyon & Rogers, Daguerreotype Rooms, In Hobron’s Block, over the Post Office and examine the finest Daguerreotypes and most elegant Rooms for Daguerreotyping in the State. New London, May 13, 1850.

Advertisement ran thirty six times between May 13 to June 29, 1850.

1850 May 16. Daily Morning Star. (New London, Connecticut.) May 16, 1850, New Series-Vol. IV, No. 258, P. 3.

Advertisement was recorded on May 16 to 31, 1850.

1850 May 18. New London Democrat. (New London, Connecticut.) May 18, 1850, Vol. VI, No. 10, Whole No. 270, P. 3.

Advertisement ran thirty six times between May 18. 1850 to July 19, 1851.

1850 May 29. New London Daily Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) May 29, 1850, Vol. III, No. 29, P. 3.

1850 September 18. New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) September 18, 1850. Vol. III, N0. 125, P. 3.

Advertisement was recorded seven times between September 18 to November 20, 1850.

1850 November 30. New London Daily Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) November 30, 1850, Vol. III, No. 185, P. 2.

Lyon & Rogers, Daguerrean Gallery, No. 55 State Street, New London, Conn. Nov. 30.

1850 December 4. New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) December 4, 1850. Vol. III, N0. 136, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Rooms.—Messrs Lyon and Rogers, 55 State street have added new attractions to their finely fitted rooms, and are constantly rendering them more desirable to their Numerous visitors. Mr. L. has just returned from a protracted visit to New York in which city he has another establishment, and in which he certainly has managed to perfect himself in the beautiful art. The portrait of Miss Cushman the great actress is one of the finest daguerreotype likenesses we have seen, not only in fidelity of resemblance but in beauty of execution. It was we believe by special favor that Mr. Lyon obtained the sitting from Miss C. and he ought to consider himself fortunate in having done so, for he has produced a work of art that fully establishes his standing among the most eminent of his profession. If anything that we have said should induce more of our citizens to visit these rooms than would have otherwise gone, we shall be gratified that it has been said, for Messrs. L. & R. are not only fine artists but they are very deserving young men.

1850 December 4. New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) December 4, 1850. Vol. III, N0. 136, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. J. L. Lyon, having returned from New York, will now give his personal attention to the taking of Daguerreotypes in the same superior style hitherto done by him, and at the most reasonable prices.

Call at Lyon & Rogers’ Rooms, No. 55 State st. Hobron Block.

Advertisement ran twice on December 4, 1850 & January 1, 1851.

1850 December 7. New London Democrat. (New London, Connecticut.) December 7, 1850, Vol. VI, No. 39, Whole No. 299, P. 2.

Lyon & Rogers, Daguerrean Gallery, No. 55 State St., New London, Ct.

Advertisement ran from December 7, 1850 to May 31, 1851.

1850 December 7. New London Democrat. (New London, Connecticut.) December 7, 1850, Vol. VI, No. 40, Whole No. 300, P. 3.

Charlott Cushman. Lyon & Rogers, have added to their beautiful collection of Daguerreotypes, a splendid likeness of Charlott Cushman, taken from life.

Call at Lyon & Rogers Rooms, No 55 State Street, Hobron’s Block.

Advertisement ran from December 7, 1850 to January 25, 1851.

1850 December 18. New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) December 18, 1850. Vol. III, N0. 138, P. 3.

Lyon & Rogers, Daguerrean Gallery, No. 55 State St., New London, Ct.

Advertisement was recorded five times between December 18, 1850 to February 12, 1851.

1851 January 3. Daily Morning Star. (New London, Connecticut.) January 3, 1851, New Series-Vol. IV, No. 930, P. 1.

Lyon & Rogers, Daguerrean Gallery, No. 55 State St., New London, Ct.

Advertisement was recorded from January 3 to June 4, 1851 & March 1 to 13, 1852.

1851 January 3. Daily Morning Star. (New London, Connecticut.) January 3, 1851, New Series-Vol. IV, No. 930, P. 4.

Charlott Cushman. Lyon & Rogers, have added to their beautiful collection of Daguerreotypes, a splendid likeness of Charlott Cushman, taken from life.

Call at Lyon & Rogers Rooms, No 55 State Street, Hobron’s Block.

Advertisement was recorded from January 3 to February 1,1851.

1851 April 2. New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) April 2, 1851. Vol. III, N0. 153, P. 4.

Advertisement ran on April 2 & 9, 1851.

1851 August. The Photographic Art-Journal. (New York, New York.) August 1851, Vol. 2, No. 2, P. 99-101.

The Daguerrean Art, Its Present State And Future Prospects. Mentioned in article.

1852 February 26. The New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) February 26, 1852. Vol. IV, N0. 200, P. 3.

Dissolution. The Co-partnership heretofore existing under the name and firm of Lyon & Rogers, is this day dissolved by mutual consent.

The business will be continued by J. L. Lyon. Geo. H. Rogers. J. L. Lyon.

1852 March 15. Daily Star. New London, Connecticut.) March 15, 1852, Vol. V, No. 1295, P. 1.

J. L. Lyon, Daguerrian Gallery, No. 55 State Street—New London.

Advertisement ran from March 15, 1852 to May 9, 1855.

1852 May 24. The New London Daily Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) May 24, 1852, Vol. V, No. 23, P. 1.

J. L. Lyon, Daguerrean Gallery, 55 State -street, New London. Nov. 30.

1852 July 19. Daily Star. New London, Connecticut.) July 19, 1852, Vol. V, No. 1402, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes. J. L. Lyon, takes this opportunity to inform the public that he has returned to his old stand over the Post Office, in New London, where he is prepared to receive and accommodate his patrons with the most approved Daguerreotypes.

Advertisement ran from July 19 to August 16, 1852.

1852 July 20. The New London Daily Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) July 20, 1852, Vol. V, No. 30, P. 2.

1852 July 22. The New London Daily Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) July 22, 1852, Vol. V, No. 14, P. 3.

Advertisement ran from July 22 to August 5, 1852.

1852 August 12. The New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) August 12, 1852, Vol. V, No. 17, P. 3.

A Card.—J. L. Lyon takes this opportunity to express his thanks to the ladies and gentlemen of New London and vicinity for the very liberal patronage he has received during a period of five years, and would respectfully solicit a continuance of the same, assuring them there shall be nothing wanting on his part to give satisfaction. July 27.

Advertisement ran from August 12, 1852 to January 26, 1854

1852 December 2. The New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) December 2, 1852, Whole No. 240, Vol. V, No. 33, P. 4.

J. L. Lyon, Daguerrean Gallery, 55 State-street, New London.

Advertisement ran from December 2, 1852 to March 26, 1855.

1853 January 18. Daily Star. New London, Connecticut.) January 18, 1853, Vol. V, No. 1554, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes With Colors. The subscriber, in additional to ten years uninterrupted attention to his business, now begs permission to inform the inhabitants of New London County that during the past Summer he has taken up his residence in New York City, solely for the purpose of acquiring an accurate knowledge of all the modern improvements, both in this Country and Europe, in this most wonderful art—and that he is now at his former place of business, over the Post Office in New London, where he is prepared to execute likenesses of any size, shape and description, Cheaper, Quicker And Better! Than any other establishment of a similar kind in Connecticut.

He now invites his old friends and patrons, together with all others who may visit the city to give him a call, assuring them that by a recent invention of his own, he can give the same Natural Colors, and life-like appearance to the face that have been Claimed for the celebrated Hillotype pictures. John L. Lyon. New London, Ct., Dec. 25, 1852.

Advertisement ran from January 18 to January 11, 1854.

1853 February 1. Daily Star. New London, Connecticut.) February 1, 1853, Vol. V, No. 1566, P. 2.

Lyon’s Daguerreotypes posses rare merit for their truthful, tasteful, and artistic arrangement. The judicious disposition of light, clearness of shadow, and the grace and elegance of face make them gems of art.

Advertisement ran from February 1 to November 26, 1853.

1853 April 7. The New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) April 7, 1853, Vol. V, No. 51, P. 4.

Lyon’s Daguerreotypes are taken By a large north light, the best position for a light to prevent abrupt shadows under the eyes, nose and chin, and has a tendency of producing miniatures of such softness and roundness of flesh that they must become at once the favorite style of pictures with all persons of refined and artistic taste.

Advertisement ran from April 7, 1853 to January 26, 1854.

1853 September 13. Daily Star. New London, Connecticut.) September 13, 1853, Vol. VI, No. 1749, P. 2.

Haven & Co., who have it for sale, have placed upon our table an excellent Lithograph of Rev. J. S. Swan. It is executed by E. C. Kellogg, of Hartford, from a Daguerreotype by J. L. Lyon, of this city. It is a good likeness. looking exactly like the celebrated original. It will doubtless meet with an extensive sale.

1853 September 22. The New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) September 22, 1853, Vol. VI, No. 20, Whole No. 282, P. 1.

Elder Sivan.—Those wishing an exact likeness of the Elder, must call on Haven & Co., Book Sellers, State Street, where they will find him in “Lith. By E. C. Kellogg,” taken from a Daguerreotype by J. L. Lyon, of this city.

1854 February 3. Daily Star. New London, Connecticut.) February 3, 1854, Vol. VI, No. 1865, P. 2.

Twenty-Five Cent Daguerreotypes. Call at Lyon’s Gallery and procure one, No. 55 State Street.

Advertisement ran from February 3 to 6, 1854.

1855 November 1. New London Daily Star. (New London, Connecticut.) November 1, 1855, Vol. VII, No. 2385, P. 2.

Ambrotypes And Daguerreotypes. We desire to call the attention of our readers to the new pictures taken on glass by Mr. Kenyon, (successor to J. L. Lyon,) who has rooms directly under this office. the pictures are exceedingly well taken, life-like and correct. Mr. Kenyon is a worthy and accommodating young man, and, we are glad to see, has his rooms crowded, and unerring indication that he gives complete satisfaction to his numerous patrons. He puts his pictures up in cases of all prices. He continues the Daguerreotype business in addition, as usual.

1860 March 1. New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) March 1, 1860. Vol. XII, N0. ?, P. 2

Business Changes and Improvements…

The premises occupied by R. F. Cook, dry goods dealer are soon to extend their borders by an addition of twenty five feet to the rear. Mr. J. L. Lyon’s daguerrean rooms will also be correspondingly enlarged.

1860 May 3. The New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) May 3, 1860, [Vol. XII, Whole No. 625,] P. 3.

Lyon’s Art Gallery! 55 State Street. The Subscriber would inform the citizens of New London and vicinity, and the Public generally, that his establishment is now open for their reception. He has recently Enlarged His Rooms and has constructed a large and superior Sky-Light and Side-Light Combined by which the best possible light is obtained.

Having procured new instruments he is now prepared to perfect Photographs, Ambrotypes, &c., in a superior manner, equal to those of any other establishment in the State.

Colored Photographs. He would inform the public that he has engaged the services of An Experienced Artist from one of the finest establishments in New York, Expressly to Color Photographs! who will devote his entire time to that branch of the business.

Persons in want of a portrait are requested to call and examine specimens, and witness the many facilities he has for taking likenesses, as he is satisfied that no one can surpass his Pictures, either in exactness, finish or beauty. J. L. Lyon.

Advertisement was recorded on May 3 & 10, 1860.

1860 June 12. New London Daily Star. New London, Connecticut.) June 12, 1860, Vol. XII, No. 5599, P. 2.

Photographic Views. All Persons wishing Photographic Views of Residences and Grounds, Statuary, Paintings, Machinery, Marine Views, Groups, &c, can have their orders promptly executed in the most Artistic manner, by leaving them at “Lyon’s Art Gallery,” 55 State street, New London.

N. B.—Our Views will be made with a C. C. Harrison’s celebrated View Camera, making an actual Picture of either 6½ by 8½, 8 by 10, 11 by 14, or 14 by 17 inches. je7.

Advertisement was recorded thirteen times between June 12, 1860 to January 30, 1861.

Lund, Theodore

April 8, 2026Daguerreotypes, Portrait PainterAlexander Hesler, Artist, Chicago Illinois, Daguerreotypist, Fuller & Johnson, Madison Wisconsin, Portrait Painterpioneeramericanphotographers

1855 Room 22 Metropolitan Block, Chicago, Illinois.[1][2]

1856 6 Washington Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin.

N. D. The New York Historical Society Dictionary Of Artist On America 1564-1860. (New Haven, Connecticut & London, England) 1957. P. 407.

Lund, Theodore. Miniaturist, working in New York City, 1836-43…

1856 April 26. Wisconsin Patriot. (Madison, Wisconsin.) April 26, 1856, Vol. 2, No. 47, P. 4.

Picture Gallery.—We have neglected to speak as we should, of the Picture Gallery of Messrs Fuller & Johnson, at Madison. Associated with them is Mr. Joslin, from Hesler’s celebrated establishment, at Chicago, an artist of the first class, and they have also Mr. Lund, who painted the State Banner, and who, in some departments of art, is excelled by no artist in the country. They take Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes and Photographs, on paper or canvas, of all sizes; and among the curiosities to be seen there is a book containing the portraits of the pioneers of Wisconsin, which are faithful likenesses of the men who were the first to begin the work of converting the wilderness into fruitful fields and making the waste places bloom like the garden of Eden. Those you visit Madison, should not fail to see Fuller & Jackson’s Picture Gallery.—Free D. m.

1895 August 30. The Racine Times. (Racine, Wisconsin.) August 30, 1895, Vol. XXI, P. 8.

Obituary. Lund. T. Lund died at his home in the town of Raymond yesterday of dropsy, aged 85 years. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 10 o’clock.

Biography from the Archives of askART.com

The artist Theodore Lund was born Harold Emil Theodor Lund in Nykobing, Falster, Denmark on July 26, 1810. He studied at the Royal Academy of Art in Copenhagen from 1832 through 1834 and emigrated to New York about 1836. That year (as H. Lund) he is on record of exhibiting a miniature of a Rev. Mr. Sommers in the National Academy of Design. Similarly, in 1837 he exhibited several portrait miniatures, this time as F. Lund. However by his marriage to Caroline Matilda Handson 1839 at the First Moravian Church in New York, he had settled on the name Theodore Lund.

He soon turned from miniatures to full-size portraits, and is known to have also painted subjects from nature and some landscapes. He was commissioned to paint murals on the first Wisconsin State House, which he completed, but that building later burned to the ground.

While Lund first lived in America at 202 Broadway, New York, he purchased 160 acres of land in Racine County, Wisconsin in October 1842, and moved his family there the next spring. Soon thereafter, Theodore Lund became an itinerant artist, setting up portrait studios in cities like Chicago, Ill.; Cincinnati, Ohio; Lexington, Ky., and New Orleans, La., as well as making seven Atlantic crossings while painting commissioned portraits of passengers enroute.

He also wrote and illustrated a children’s book with pen and ink drawings, Children of the Frontier. That book was published by D. Appleton and Co. in New York in 1867, but authorship was awarded to the lady who assisted him with the English phrasing, Lizzie Baker Gow.

Theodore Lund’s art history was chronicled in 1982 by Joan M. Rausch of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in her master’s thesis: “An Account of the Life and Work of Theodore Lund, a Mid-Nineteenth Century Wisconsin Itinerant Artist and Portraitist and a Catalogue of Works by Theodore Lund.” (UMW Masters and Doctoral Dissertations – Art Education N 10000 R248.)

Many of his portraits remain in family collections.

He died on August 29, 1895 and is buried in Raymond Township, Racine Co., Wisconsin.

Information courtesy of Janet S. Boysen

[1] Chicago Photographers 1847 through 1900 As Listed In Chicago City Directory. (Address for Alexander Hesler) Theodore Lund is not listed in this directory.

[2] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry. List Theodore Lund as an operator for Alexander Hesler.

Lummis & Brother

April 7, 2026Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, PhotographsAmbrotypist, Photographer, Melainotypist, Wilmington Delaware, Lummis & Brotherpioneeramericanphotographers

1858 82 Market Street, Wilmington, Delaware.

1858 August 14. The Commonwealth. (Wilmington, Delaware.) August 14, 1858, Vol. II, No. 17, P. 4.

Life Like Likenesses for 25 Cents At Lummis & Brother’s Ambrotype and Photograph Rooms, No. 82 Market Street, above 3d, Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Ambrographs, Paperotypes, Lettertypes &c.

Persons wishing a good picture will do well by giving us a call. Pictures in lockets, breast pins, and finger rings, in the neatest manner possible, and on reasonable terms. Small children taken in the shortest possible time. Now is the time to get a good likeness for your self and friends. Pictures for 25 cents and upwards. As good pictures taken in cloudy as clear weather.

Come one, come all, for you had ought’ter,

And get your likeness for a quarter.

Lummis & Bro., No. 82 Market st., Wilmington, Del. june 19—1y.

Lufkin, Merchant H.

April 6, 2026Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, PhotographsAlbion Yeaw, Ambrotypist, Daguerreotypist, John Q. Currier, Lawrence Massachusetts, Lowell Massachusetts, Lufkin & Hamor, Merchant H. Lufkin, Photographer, Wilkins & Lufkinpioneeramericanphotographers

1853-1854 82 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.

1855 82 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.[1]

1855-1856 Canal Block, Lowell, Massachusetts.

1859-1861 100 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.¹

1864 112 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.¹

Ca 1864-1866 166 Essex Street, Lawrence, Massachusetts.¹

1866 166 Essex Street, Lawrence, Massachusetts.¹

1868 211 Essex Street, Lawrence, Massachusetts.¹

1869 Address Unknown, Lawrence, Massachusetts.¹

1871 421 Essex Street, Lawrence, Massachusetts.¹

1871 271 Essex Street, Lawrence, Massachusetts.¹

1853 October 28. Vox Populi. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) October 28, 1853, Vol. XIII, No. 50, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes! The Largest Rooms in the City!! Two Lights, Two Operating Rooms. J. Q. Currier, Invites the attention of citizens and strangers to his extensive Daguerrean Establishment, at No. 88 Merrimack street, the largest and best arranged of any in the city. Two distinct and spacious Operating Rooms, together with skilful and practiced operators enable him to furnish his patrons with Pictures in the highest style of art with the latest possible delay.

His large skylight, added the past season, containing 240 square feet of glass, is admirably adapted to the taking of Large Pictures and Groups, and in this branch the proprietor will Challenge Competition! A share of attention will be devoted to the much admired Crayon Daguerreotypes.

These Pictures have the appearance and effect of very fine Crayon Drawings, and will not fail to merit the approbation of a refined taste.

Colored Daguerreotypes! A new process of coloring Daguerreotypes has just been introduced, and is used by the subscriber with great success. A perfectly life like appearance is given to the countenance and expression by this process, unattainable by any other.

Great pains will be taken in the execution of Children’s Portraits! Pictures Enlarged And Copied.

Mr. Currier is assisted in his business by Mr. M. H. Lufkin, an Artist of taste and experience, and, between the two, he is confident he will be able to merit a large and continued share of the patronage of his friends and the public generally.

Specimen Pictures May be seen at his rooms, which for [beauty] and delicacy he is willing to have compared with the most favorable specimens of the art.

All, then, therefore, in search of a good Daguerreotype, are invited to call at Currier’s Daguerreotype Rooms, Concert Hall Building, No. 82 Merrimack street, Lowell.

Advertisement ran from October 28 to December 30, 1853.

1853 October 29. Lowell Daily Journal and Courier. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) October 29, 1853, Vol. XIX, No. 4208, P. 2.

These Pictures have the appearance and effect of very fine Crayon Drawings, and will not fail to merit the approbation of a refined taste.

Great pains will be taken in the execution of Children’s Portraits! Pictures Enlarged And Copied.

Specimen Pictures May be seen at his rooms, which for [beauty] and delicacy he is willing to have compared with the most favorable specimens of the art.

All, then, therefore, in search of a good Daguerreotype, are invited to call at Currier’s Daguerreotype Rooms, Concert Hall Building, No. 82 Merrimack street, Lowell.

1853 December 23. Vox Populi. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) December 23, 1853, Vol. XIV, No. 6, P. 3.

“Excelsior!” Daguerreian Gallery The Largest Rooms In The City! 2 Lights & 2 Operating Rooms! J. Q. Currier, Invites the attention of citizens and strangers to his extensive Daguerreotype Establishment At No. 82 Merrimack Street., The Largest and Best Arranged of Any in Lowell!

Two distinct and spacious operating rooms, together with skillful and practical operators, enable him to furnish his patrons with pictures in the highest style of art with the least possible delay.

His Large Skylight, added the past season, contains 240 square feet of glass, is admirably adapted to the taking of Large Pictures! And Groups And In This Branch The Proprietor Will Challenge Competition!

A share of attention will be devoted to the much admired Crayon Daguerreotypes!! The Pictures have the appearance and effect of very fine Crayon Drawings, and cannot fail to merit the approbation of a refined taste.

Colored Daguerreotypes. A new process of Coloring Daguerreotypes has just been introduced, and is used by the subscriber with great success. A perfectly life-like appearance is given to the countenance and expression by this process, unattainable by any other.

Great Pains Will Be Taken In The Execution Of Children’s Portraits.

Pictures Enlarged and Copied.

Mr. Currier is assisted in his business by Mr. M. H. Lufkin, An Artist of taste and experience, and between the two he is confident he will be able to merit a large and continued share of the patronage of his friends and the public generally.

Specimen Pictures May be seen at his Rooms, which for beauty and delicacy he is willing to have compared with the most favorable specimens of the art.

Advertisement ran from December 23, 1853 to February 17, 1854.

1854 August 25. Vox Populi. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) August 25, 1854, Vol. XIV, No. 41, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—We would call the attention of our readers to the daguerreian gallery of Wilkins & Lufkin, (successors to J. Q Currier) 82 Merrimack Street. We have rarely seen pictures so clear and brilliant, and never so well-arranged and graceful positions, or delicacy of coloring. Their rooms are beautifully furnished, easy of access, and up but one flight of stairs. A large skylight gives them ample facilities for making any style of picture that their patrons want.

1854 October 13. Vox Populi. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) October 13, 1854, Vol. XIV, No. 48, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. Wilkins & Lufkin, Daguerreian Gallery. 82 Merrimack Street, Up One Flight of Stairs, Is one of the most extensive in this country. It is fitted up in a superb manner, and accompanied by both side and sky light, with two distinct operating rooms. The advantages of the above arrangement can be seen at a glance.

Miniatures in clouds, crayon, metallic, background, stereoscopes, and every variety of style taken in this Gallery, that for arrangement of attitudes, delicacy of coloring, are unsurpassed in this city.

Metallic Back-Ground. This new and beautiful style of finishing the background needs but to be seen to be appreciated. It consists in applying a substance a substance to the plate after the picture is taken, which gives the background a fine metallic appearance, thereby making the likeness clear and visible in any angle of light, while it rivals in beauty the finest mezzotint engravings.

Persons that have Daguerreotypes or copies of portraits that the outlines are indistinct, or the background dark or mottled, can have the metallic ground applied in a few minutes of time, and at a trifling expense. Every picture warranted.

Prices as reasonable as those of any other artists in the city. Please to call and see for yourselves. Chas. Wilkins. M. H. Lufkin.

Advertisement ran from October 13 to November 24, 1854.

1855 February 23. Vox Populi. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) February 23, 1855, Vol. XV, No. 15, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—A capital likeness can be procured at the establishment of Messrs. M. H. Lufkin & Co., Canal Block, opposite the American House. This firm have just completed the remodelling [sic.] of their rooms, and are now prepared to get up pictures in the highest style of the art.

1855 May 18. Vox Populi. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) May 18, 1855, Vol. XV, No. 27, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Messrs. Lufkin & Co. Canal Block, Central Street, have completed the improvements in their rooms, and are now prepared to take likenesses equal, if not superior, to any that can be obtained in the city. Call and see their specimens.

1856 April 28. Lowell Daily Citizen and News. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) April 28, 1856, Vol. VI, No. 1, P. 3.

Crayon Drawing. Portraits and Landscape Drawing taught evenings, by M. H. Lufkin, at his Daguerreian Rooms, Canal Block, opposite the American House. Each pupil taught separately. Call and examine specimens.

Advertisement was recorded from April 28 to May 17, 1856.

1862 May 3. The Lowell Daily Courier. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) May 3, 1862, Vol. XXVII, No. 6723, P. 2.

Gone To Lawrence. Mr. M. H. Lufkin, who is known to many of our citizens as a superior ambrotype and photograph artist, has taken rooms in Lawrence for the prosecution of the art in which he has for years stood in the first rank, in this vicinity. Mr. Lufkin has for a number of years been operating for Mr. G. K. Warren, who has long done the best class of work in Lowell; and we speak what probably no one will deny, when we say that he has had no superior as a skillful, tasty, finished operator. Our Lawrence friends may be sure that Mr. Lufkin is worthy of their patronage, and we trust he will receive it,

1862 October 6. Lowell Daily Citizen and News. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) October 6, 1862, Vol. XII, No. 1973, P. 3.

Born. In this city, Oct 4th, a son to Mr. M. H. Lufkin.

[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.

Lowell, Abner

April 5, 2026RetailerAbner Lowell, Lowell & Senter, Retailer, Stereoscopepioneeramericanphotographers

1858 64 Exchange Street, Portland, Maine.

1858 January 5. Christian Mirror. (Portland, Maine.) January 5, 1858, Vol. XXXVI, No. 23, Whole No. 1843, P. 4.

Lowell & Senter, Watch Makers, And Dealers In Watches, Chronometers, Jewelry, Charts, Nautical Instruments, And Fancy Goods. 64 Exchange Street…Portland. Abner Lowell, William Senter.

1858 October 15. The State Of Maine. (Portland, Maine.) October 15, 1858, Vol. VI, o. 74, P. 2.

The Fair At Standish…

Messrs. E, H. Burgin, Kendall & Whitney, Woodman, True & Co., Byron Greenough & Co., and H. H. Lay & Co., of Portland, by their extensive and beautiful display of goods, contribute largely to the interest of the Fair. But decidedly the most attractive article in the exhibition, is the Stereoscope, with its twenty-five landscape views, sent by Messrs. Lowell & Senter. These firms have received the cordial thanks of the Society for the risk incurred, and the pains taken by them in forwarding their goods by teams.

1858 October 26. Portland Weekly Advertiser. (Portland, Maine.) October 26, 1858, Vol. 58, No. 43, P. 3.

The County Cattle Show At Standish. Awards…Miscellaneous…

[ ? ] Burnham, Portland, best photographs, diploma and 8.00

Messrs. Lowell & Senter, Portland, for their “Stereoscope” with its interesting views, diploma.

Lowden, Benjamin F.

April 4, 2026Ambrotypes, DaguerreotypesAmbrotypist, Barnstable Massachusetts, Charles E. Hawes, Daguerreotypist, Fall River Massachusetts, Lowden & Austin, New Bedford Massachusettspioneeramericanphotographers

1855 94½ Union Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1856 94½ Union Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.[1]

1856 Address Unknown, New Bedford, Massachusetts.¹

1860 Address Unknown, Fall River, Massachusetts.²

1860 Address Unknown, Barnstable/Hyannis, Massachusetts.¹

1855 May 30. The Daily Evening Standard. (New Bedford, Massachusetts.) May 30, 1855, Vol. VI, No. 89, P. 2.

New Daguerrian Rooms. The subscriber respectfully begs leave to inform the inhabitants of New Bedford, that he has opened a Daguerrian Room, at No. 94½ Union st., over E. S. Cannon & Co’s. Hat Store. Having had several years’ practice in the above art, he feels confident that pictures made by him cannot be surpassed in elegance of style or finish, by any operator in this city. Particular attention paid to taking correct likenesses of children; also, to copying daguerreotype, paintings or engravings. The public are invited to call and examine specimens.

P. S. Perfect satisfaction guaranteed. B. F. Lowden. ap16.

1857 August 7. The New Bedford Mercury. (New Bedford, Massachusetts.) August 7, 1857, Vol. LI, No. 1, P. 1.

The Daguerreotype Art.—The public are not generally aware of the amount of skill, and judgement, required to produce a good picture in this comparatively new and valuable department of the fine arts. A correct likeness of a near and dear friend, is one of the most valuable of possessions; and on the other hand, an untrue picture is exceedingly repulsive. We wish the correct lineaments of our friend’s face, and nothing more or less. To ensure this [ a ] thorough knowledge, and long practice in the art is required.

Great improvement has been made in this art since its discovery, and it has now arrived to a degree of perfection, which its most sanguine admires little expected a few years ago.

Among the enterprising young men who adopted this new and tasteful pursuit, Mr. Chs. E. Hawes, who has been for sixteen years engaged in it in New Bedford, was one of the earliest. From a long intimacy with the art, Mr. Hawes has become one of the most skillful and successful artists in this country; in fact, we know of no one more so. His likenesses in Ambrotype are the most elegant and artistic of any we have seen—they stand out like medallions, and the likeness has a most impressive and life like effect. No artist, so far as the writer of this notice is aware, has paid so much attention to the light and shade of his pictures—so that the right complexion of the person shall be represented, and a soft and agreeable tone given to the likeness.

Many people suppose that any person can take a good likeness. This is by no means the case. Great care and skill are required, not only in the taking the likeness, but in the chemical operation thereafter, to develop the picture. The greatest care, attention, and skill, and herein imperatively necessary.

In all these most important requisions (sic.) Mr. Hawes has for many years shown himself highly qualified. We do not hesitate to say, that his pictures will bear a favorable comparison with those of the best artist in this or any other land.

Mr. Hawes is a native of Framingham, Mass., and with true New England sagacity, became one of the earliest to interest himself in his art. Himself and a brother, both farmers, and mechanics, started with a machine of their own construction at West Cambridge—thence our fellow townsman went to Northampton, Greenfield, and other places having obtained from every reliable source, all the information that could be afforded in Boston and New York, by the advocates of Mons. Daguerre’s discovery. In the year 1841, Mr. Hawes came to New Bedford, and during his sixteen years experience has devoted himself unremittingly to his profession. Mr. Hawes attends personally to his business, assisted by Mr. Lowden, one of the most faithful and intelligent operators in the business.

In conclusion we would state as a matter of justice to this excellent artist, as well as the public. That Mr. H. not only was the first to introduce the Daguerreotype into New Bedford, but also that elegant and improved style of the art, the Ambrotype. In this department of his business he took the First Prize at the Bristol Co. Fair two years since.

1857 May 19. Barnstable Patriot. (Barnstable, Massachusetts.) May 19, 1857, Vol. XXVII, No. 48, P. 3.

Marriages. In Falmouth, 10th inst., by Rev. Mr. Hooker, Mr. Benjamin F. Lowden, of New Bedford, to Miss Eunice E. Bourne, of Falmouth.

1858 June 8. Barnstable Patriot. (Barnstable, Massachusetts.) June 8, 1848, Vol. XXVIII, No. 51, P. 2.

A Large Eel.—An Eel was caught in “Tim Nye’s pond” in Falmouth, on Wednesday, 26th, by Benjamin F. Lowden of the following dimensions: 3½ feet in length, 9 inches in girth, and weighed 9½ pounds.

[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers, 1839-1900.

²Craig’s Daguerreian Registry

Lovering, Reuben F.

April 3, 2026Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, PhotographsAmbrotypist, Boston Massachusetts, Cannon & Lovering, Daguerreotypist, Hamilton & Lovering, John Plumbe Jr., Lovering & Davis, Photographer, Reuben F. Lovering, San Francisco Californiapioneeramericanphotographers

C.1843-1847 75 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1845 190 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

1848 257 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[2]

1849 34 Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.²

1850-1851 203 Washington, Boston, Massachusetts.²

1851 247 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.²

1851 34 Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.

1855 Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.

1859 182 Washington Street, San Francisco, California.[3]

1859-1860 111 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, California.

1845 July 21. The Boston Daily Mail. (Boston, Massachusetts.) July 21, 1845, Vol. V, No. 191, P. 3.

Cannon & Lovering, Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 190 Washington Street, (Opposite The Marlboro Hotel,) Boston. Miniatures taken with or without coloring at a reasonable price. Daguerreotype Apparatus constantly on hand. Instructions in the art carefully given. Terms moderate.

Advertisement ran from July 21 to August 20, 1845.

1845 July 23. The Boston Daily Times. (Boston, Massachusetts.) July 23, 1845, Vol. XVIII, No. 4949, P. 3.

Advertisement was recorded twice on July 23 & 28, 1845.

1845 July 24. The Boston Daily Mail. (Boston, Massachusetts.) July 24, 1845, Vol. V, No. 194, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes. Cannon and Lovering have removed their rooms to 190 Washington street opposite the Marlboro’ Chapel, where they executed the most perfect miniatures at prices lower than at any other establishment.—Call and examine them.

1846 November 10. Daily Evening Transcript. (Boston, Massachusetts.) November 10, 1846, Vol. , No. 4999, P. 2.

Robbery. Between 3 and 4 o’clock yesterday afternoon a show case belonging to Lovering & Davis daguerreotype artists no. 34 Tremont row, which was hanging in the passage way at the foot of the stairs was pried open by some rogue and $40 worth of lockets were stolen. The lockets were of Stone & Weaver’s manufacture, Providence.

1846 November 11. The Boston Daily Mail. (Boston, Massachusetts.) November 11, 1846, Vol. VI, No. 289. P. 2.

The Daguerreotype Show Case of Messrs. Lovering and Davis, No. 34 Tremont Row, was broken open on Monday night, and about $40 worth of lockets stolen.

1847 August 6. The Boston Daily Times. (Boston, Massachusetts.) August 6, 1847, Vol. XVIII, No. 4961, P. 3.

1848 September 5. Boston Daily Times. (Boston, Massachusetts.) September 5, Vol. XXV, No. 3884, P. 3.

For Sale—A Daguerreotype Establishment, well located and doing a good business; only a small capital required. Sufficient reason given for selling. Inquire of R. F. Lovering, 257 Washington st.

1850 February 9. Christian Register. (Boston, Massachusetts.) Febroary 9, 1850, Vol. XXIX, No. 6, P. 4.

Marriages. In Manchester, 5th inst. by Rev. A. B. Fuller, Mr. Reuben F. Lovering of Boston to Miss Martha Ann Whitle of Deering, N. H.

1851 February 17. The Boston Daily Bee. (Boston, Massachusetts.) February 17, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 102, P. 2.

A fire was discovered yesterday morning about 3 o’clock, in the daguerreotype establishment of R. F. Lovering, in the third story of the building 203 Washington, corner of Bromfield street. The fire burnt quite freely and nearly destroyed Mr. L’s stock—amounting to about $1000. It is supposed to have been set on fire, as two or three suspicious characters were seen sculking about the neighborhood a short time before the fire broke out.

1851 February 17. The Boston Daily Mail. (Boston, Massachusetts.) February 17, 1851, Vol. XI, No. 41. P. 2.

Fires. At 3 o’clock Sunday morning fire was discovered in the second story of a building No. 203 Washington street, corner of Bromfield street, occupied by R. F. Lovering, daguerreotype artist, whose stock and materials were destroyed and considerable damage done to the building…

1851 February 17. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) February 17, 1851, No. 8625, P. 4.

Fire. About 3 o’clock yesterday morning, fire broke out in one of the upper rooms over the jewelry store of Mr. Wm. B. Fessenden, corner of Washington and Bromfield streets, occupied as a daguerreotype room by Mr. R. F. Lovering, The room in which the fire originated was pretty well burnt out, and one or two other rooms were somewhat damaged by the fire. The stock of Mr. Fessenden suffered considerable damage from water.

1854 November 23. The Boston Daily Atlas. (Boston, Massachusetts.) November 23, 1854, Vol. XXIII, No. 124, P. 2.

In the Police Court, John O’Brien and John Sullivan , minors, were arraigned for breaking and entering the house of Reuben F. Lovering, No. 12 Bond st. Sullivan was sent to the State Reform School, and there having been a previous warrant against O’Brien for leading an idle and dissolute life, he was sent to the House of Reformation for Juvenile offenders.

1859 July 30. The Pacific. (San Francisco, California.) July 30, 1859, Vol. X, No. 53, P. 3.

A Temple of Art is Hamilton & Lovering’s new Photographic Establishment. There are Eight rooms all on the second floor (an advantage possessed by no other extensive establishment in the United States), and built expressly for the practice of the Photographic Art in all its branches. An experience of both Hamilton and Lovering of over sixteen years constant practice enables them to turn out finer work than any other establishment, as they are not compelled, like other establishments, to hire operators, who scarcely know anything about the business. The First Premium was awarded to us at both the last State and City Fairs. Hamilton & Lovering, Second story of Lecount’s Gallery, 111 Montgomery street. jy12.

Advertisement was recorded twice on July 30 & August 5, 1859.

1859 September 20. Sacramento Daily Union. (Sacramento, California.) September 20, 1859, Vol., XVIII, Whole No. 2646, P. 1.

Sixth Annual Fair Of The State Agricultural Society. Sixth Day…

The Exhibition. The Picture Gallery…

East Room. In the northeast corner of this wing of the Pavillion are placed the daguerreotypes, ambrotypes and photographs of D. H. Woods, Sacramento. They embrace about nineteen specimens, and besides fine portraits, contains excellent landscape views. The next left hand collection is part of Vance’s (San Francisco and Sacramento) exhibition, consisting chiefly of a series of beautiful views of yo Semite Falls and scenery. There are thirteen of these views, each remarkably clear and well taken; the excite much admiration…

West Room…

The remainder of the south wall is occupied by the fine display of photographs done in every variety of style, and exhibited by Hamilton & Lovering, San Francisco. Between some of the pictures, and the splendid show down stairs by Vance, it is hard to choose. We have not time to specify the particular merits of each collection. It is sufficient to say that both firms have brought the art of photographing, in taking portraits, to high perfection. These two exhibits of pictures are among the chief attractions of the Fair.

1859 October 7. Sacramento Daily Union. (Sacramento, California.) October 7, 1859, Vol., XVIII, Whole No. 2661, P. 1.

Official List Of Premiums Awarded At The Sixth Annual Fair Of The California State Agricultural Society…

Ambrotypes—W. Dickman, Sacramento; special premium, diploma.

Plain Photographs—Hamilton & Lovering, San Francisco; second premium, $5.

Ambrotypes—Hamilton & Lovering, San Francisco; second premium, $5.

Daguerreotypes—Jacob Shew, Sacramento, first premium, plate, $10.

Stereoscopic Pictures—R. H. Vance, San Francisco; special diploma.

Plain Photographs—R. H. Vance, San Francisco ; first premium, plate, $10.

Ambrotypes—R. H. Vance, San Francisco; first premium, plate, $10.

1860 September 24. Sacramento Daily Union. (Sacramento, California.) September 24, 1860, Vol., XX, Whole No. 2962, P. 1.

Seventh Annual Fair Of The State Agricultural Society…

Photographs.—The exhibit of photographs of various styles, ambrotypes and other camera pictures [is] not extensive. They fill however, the walls of the [ ? ] room. The largest exhibit, if not the most artistic display, is from Hamilton & Lovering, of San Francisco. They occupy nearly the whole of the north wall. The east wall is hung with specimens from W. H. Towne’s photograph gallery, Sacramento. The south wall is taken up with the photographs of J. Shew, of Sacramento, and there is a large display and variety in the center of the same wall, sent down by A. Liebert, of Nevada. Next to these, on the same side is the best display of large photographic portraits in the room, from W. Shew, of San Francisco; and, to complete the list Dickman, of this city, covers the east side with some of his highly finished India ink photographs and other specimens. Few as are the contributions, in proportion to the number of photograph establishments in the State, they present: not only a fine display, but exhibit the very highest specimens of the art in all its styles.

1860 October 23. The Pacific. (San Francisco, California.) October 23, 1860, Vol. XI, No. 123, P. 2.

Four First Premiums at the late State Fair, and the Only First Premium at the Fair of the Mechanics’ Institute, were all awarded to us, over all competitors, for the Best Photographs, plain, re-touched, and life-size. Also, the First Premium for the best Ambrotypes, at both Fairs.

Prices low as ordinary pictures at other establishments. Rooms all on the second floor.

Over seventeen years’ experience of both of us, enables us to excel all our competitors. Hamilton & Lovering, Lecount’s Building. 111 Montgomery street.

Advertisement ran from October 23 to November 16, 1860.

1862 June 23. Sacramento Daily Union. (Sacramento, California.) June 23, 1862, Vol., XX, Whole No. 3505, P. 2.

Passengers For The East.—The following named persons leave in the Golden Age to-day for the East:…

R. F. Lovering and wife.

[1] The American Daguerreotype.

[2] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.

[3] Pioneer Photographers of the Far West A Biographical Dictionary, 1840-1865.

Lovell, John L.

April 2, 2026Daguerreotypes, PhotographsAmherst Massachusetts, Boston Massachusetts, Brattleboro Vermont, Daguerreotypist, E. G. Shumway, H.M. Lovell, J. H. Spear, J. L. & H. M. Lovell, Jeremiah D. Wells, Lovell & Knowlton, Northampton Massachusetts, Photographer, Ware Massachusetts, Wells & Kneeland, Wells & Lovell, Whipplr & Blackpioneeramericanphotographers

ca. 1849 Address Unknown, Ware, Massachusetts.¹

1851 Rooms over the store of L. Demond, Ware, Massachusetts.

1852 Main Street, 2 Brick Block, Ware, Massachusetts.

1852-1853 Address Unknown, Ware, Massachusetts.¹

1853 Hall’s Long Building, Brattleboro, Vermont.

1853 2 Crystal Palace, nearly opposite the Revere House, Brattleboro, Vermont.

ca. 1854 96 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

1855-1856 2 Cutler’s Block, Brattleboro, Vermont.

ca.1856-1860 Address Unknown, Amherst, Massachusetts.¹

1865 14 Phoenix Row, Amherst, Massachusetts.[1]

1866-1867 Union Block, Northampton, Massachusetts.

1867 Address Unknown, Amherst, Massachusetts.¹

1868 14 Phoenix Row, Amherst, Massachusetts.¹

1869 41 Phoenix Row, Amherst, Massachusetts.¹

1871-1872 Address Unknown, Amherst, Massachusetts.¹

1873 American House Block, Amherst, Massachusetts.¹

1874-1893 Address Unknown, Amherst, Massachusetts.¹

1895 American House Block, Amherst, Massachusetts.¹

1896-1900 34 Main Street, Amherst, Massachusetts.¹

1896-1900 Phoenix Row, Amherst, Massachusetts.¹

1851 July 18. Barre Patriot. (Barre, Massachusetts.) July 18, 1851, Vol. 8, No. 1, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. The people of Ware and vicinity who wish for a good likeness of themselves or friends, are respectfully invited to call at the Daguerrean Rooms over the store of L. Demond and examine specimens and prices which vary from fifty cts. to five dollars. All are invited to call whether they intend to sit for a likeness or not.

Hours for operating from 8 A. M. until 6 P. M.

Cloudy weather preferable except for children.

In fair weather children will be taken in one second.—Miniatures put up in every style of the art, to suit customers. Particular attention paid to copying pictures from Daguerreotypes or paintings, and taking sick or deceased persons at their residences.

Advertisement ran from July 18 to October 10, 1851.

1852 March 12. Barre Gazette. (Barre, Massachusetts.) March 12, 1852, Vol. 18, No. 35, Whole No. 920, P. 3.

Now Is Your Time If You Wish For Good Daguerreotypes, Just Call At Lovelle’s Daguerrean Rooms. The Pictures produced at these Rooms are not surpassed in this part of the country. Here you will find a good variety of cases & Frames, of all kinds, from which to make a selection. All who wish for pictures will do well to call without delay, as these Rooms will be opened, but a short time longer.

Particular attention is also payed to copying Daguerreotypes, or Paintings of all kinds, and taking Likenesses of sick or deceased persons at their residences. J. L. Lovell.

Advertisement was recorded eight times between March 12 to July 9, 1852.

1852 July 30. Barre Gazette. (Barre, Massachusetts.) July 30, 1852, Vol. 19, Whole No. 931, No. 4, P. 3.

J. L. Lovell’s Daguerreian Gallery, No. 2 Brick Block, Main Street, Ware. This Gallery having undergone extensive repairs, is now ready to receive the waiting Public, being complete in all its arrangements. The Oblique Sky //light, combined with a beautiful Side Light, proves beyond a doubt, to be the best arrangement of Light that can be had, producing an effect of Light and Shade, in no other way attainable; throwing out the impression from the background in bold relief, imparting great Beauty and Life-=like expression to the whole features—and, in fact, producing Pictures of Unrivaled beauty and brilliancy of tone.

Pictures will be put up in all the various Styles of the Art; such as Frames, Cases, Lockets, Pins, Ring Keys, &c. &c.

A great variety of Fancy Frames And Cases, constantly on hand—and all those wishing for Family Groups, are particularly invited to call and examine our large size Frames and Cases, with Group Matts, it being a New and Beautiful way of obtaining Groups, which cannot fail of giving entire satisfaction to all.

Daguerreotypes and Paintings, or any thing which will admit of Copying, will be taken by a New Process, recently discovered by the Operator, by which he is enabled to produce Copies which are very much better than those produced by the old method. This Process needs but one trial to be appreciated above all others.

All are respectfully invited to call and examine Specimens, whether they intend to sit fo a Likeness or not, assuring them that the Work will speak for itself.

Pictures of the sick or Deceased, taken at their Residences at all times when desired.

Instructions given in the Art.

He warrants perfect satisfaction to all.

The Operator solicits a share of the Public Patronage. J. H. Lovell, Artist. Ware, July 16, 1852.

Advertisement was recorded four times between July 30 to September 10, 1852.

1852 November 5. Barre Gazette. (Barre, Massachusetts.) November 5, 1852, Vol. 19, No. 18, Whole No. 945, P. 4.

J. L. Lovell, Daguerreotypist, Rooms No. 2, Brick Block, Main Street, Ware. Pictures of Unrivalled Clearness and Distinctness taken at all times without regard to weather.

Perfect Satisfaction Given Or No Charge.

1853 January 26. Windham County Democrat. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) January 26, 1853, Vol. XVII, No. 16, P. 3.

Daguerreotyping, The subscriber would respectfully give notice to the inhabitants of Brattleboro and vicinity that he has taken the rooms formerly occupied by J. H. Spear for the purpose of taking and putting up Daguerreotypes in all the various styles of the art, such as Rings, Pins, Lockets, cases, frames, &c., &c.

All who feel interested in this beautiful art, and especially those who wish to obtain a perfect and pleasing Daguerreotype Likeness of themselves or friends, are respectfully invited to give him a call, and secure one or more of those Beautiful Mementoes of Life, ere it shall be too light. The pictures taken by the subscriber, for the richness and softness of tone, the clearness and distinctness of the expression of the eyes, are not surpassed by any.

Daguerreotypes and Paintings of all kinds, copied in the very best manner. Perfect satisfaction given or no charge will be made, as none but good work will be allowed to go from this room.

J. L. Lovell. Brattleboro, Jan. 6, 1853

Advertisement ran from January 26 to March 2, 1853.

1853 April 13. Windham County Democrat. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) April 13, 1853, Vol. XVII, No. 27, P. 3.

Vermont Daguerrean Gallery, This well known Gallery, formerly located in Hall’s Long Building, is now located at No. 2 Crystal Palace, nearly opposite the Revere House, where extensive Rooms have been fitted up in the best manner, with all the modern improvements of the age. The inhabitants of Brattleboro and vicinity are invited to call at these rooms and examine for themselves whether they intend to sit for a likeness or not.

No pains or expense will be spared to make these rooms and the work from them equal to any in City or Country. Pictures put up in every variety of style and size required. Daguerreotypes and Paintings of all kinds copied in the best manner by a new and beautiful process recently discovered by the subscriber. Pictures taken equally as well in cloudy as in clear weather. Perfect satisfaction given or no charge. J. L. Lovell. Brattleboro, March 4, 1853.

Advertisement ran from April 13 to 20, 1853.

1853 July 6. Windham County Democrat. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) July 6, 1853, Vol. XVII, No. 38, P. 3.

Wells & Lovell’s Daguerrean Rooms, No. 2 Crystal Palace, (Nearly opposite the Revere House.) Mr. Wells—the senior partner—is one of the oldest operators in the United States, and has been awarded the first Premium at every Fair where his pictures have been on exhibition. In fitting up this large and extensive “Sky-Light Establishment,” no expense has been spared in making the rooms perfect and complete in all their arrangements. Persons wishing likenesses of themselves or friends will find it advantageous to call at this establishment, as none but the ne plus ultra of the art will be allowed to be taken from the rooms. We can, and on application will give you one of Wells & Lovell’s best!!!

We have one of the largest and most powerful Cameras ever used in this vicinity, and capable of making a better picture than smaller ones can make. Also a new process for taking pictures of children in from two to five seconds. We are and ever intend to be up with the improvements of the age we live in. Persons are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens. J. D. Wells. J. L. Lovell. Brattleboro, May 4^th, 1853.

Advertisement ran from July 6 to October 5, 1853.

1854 September 29. Vermont State Banner. (Bennington, Vermont.) September 29, 1854, Vol. XVI, No. 30, Whole No. 706, P. 1 & 2.

Vermont State Agricultural Society’s Fourth Annual Fair. The Fourth Annual Fair of the Vermont Agricultural Association was held at Brattleboro on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday the 12th, 13th and 14th days of September instant…

We must not forget to mention especially the several cases of Daguerreotypes exhibited by Mr. J. J. Lovell. They had several admirers as well on account of their artistic beauty as of the peculiar characteristics of some of their subjects.

1855 April 28. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) April 28, 1855, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 13, P. 2.

Lovell’s Daguerrian Saloon.—The effort made by the Messrs. Lovell, who are now associated in the Daguerrian business, to keep pace with all the improvements in the art to which their attention is given, are deserving of mention. We understand that they are making arrangements to introduce into this place a new branch of the photographic art, viz:—‘Chrystolotypes,’ or daguerreotypes taken on paper instead of plates of metal. These pictures have all the appearance of delicate engravings and are very beautiful. We hope their enterprise will be rewarded by increasing patronage.

1855 April 28. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) April 28, 1855, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 13, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. The subscribers having associated themselves under the name of J. L. & H. H. Lovell, are now ready to take Daguerreotypes in every style of the art and warrant them to be recommended in every particular, for we are determined that it shall be for the interest of all, far and near, to obtain their Daguerreotypes at this establishment Cutler’s Block. J. L. & H. M. Lovell.

N. B. Grateful for past favors I would bespeak a continuance of the same under the new arrangement. The junior partner is a thorough Artist, and our motto is still onward as heretofore.

Respectfully, J. L. Lovell.

Advertisement ran from April 28 to June 16, 1855.

1855 June 23. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) June 23, 1855, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 21, P. 2.

Merit to be acknowledged.—We take great pleasure in publishing the following communication, for we know that the statement therein contained are amply sustained by facts. The Messrs. Lovell deserve honorable mention for their public spirit.

Mr. Editor:—I wish to call the attention of your readers, to the enterprising spirit, of your immediate neighbors, in the Daguerreian Rooms, directly over your Office. It is hardly realized in this community, what untiring exertions are made by the Messrs. Lovell, to bring their operations to the highest point of perfection. Few are aware of the earnest struggles, through which they are introducing some of the most valuable improvements. Many would be surprised to know the amount of professional zeal, which has been called into exercise in those Rooms, under the influence of which, no expenditure of time, or labor, or money has been spared in the prosecution of successful experiments. As Daguerreians, these gentlemen have reached an unrivalled position, which enables them to furnish the very best specimens of that art.—But they could not be satisfied with distancing all competition in this direction, but as it were, forgetting the returns, which might be looked for, from their expensive attainments, they were resolved upon pressing onward, in another direction, involving still more self-sacrificing devotion, to the highest aims of their calling. Again they have triumphed, in the enlargement in their sphere of operation, and their public spirit has been crowned with the success of a new undertaking. After expending much capital, in their resolute and determined experiments, they are prepared to furnish something new, in the way of superior pictures, called Ambrotypes, and Crystalotypes, which are taken on Glass, and Paper. Both of these methods have decide advantages over the common Daguerreotypes. The Ambrotype, upon Glass, is more clear and distinct, than the Daguerreotypes, and has the important excellence, of being readily seen from any position, without regard to the light and shade, which is often so annoying, in looking at a Daguerreotype. And hardly too much can be said in favor of the Crystalotype, on Paper. It is not inferior to the best engraving, and the larger sizes can be taken at a comparatively small expense, while copies can be indefinitely and cheaply multiplied. But all that is needed for the highest recommendation of these life-like pictures, is simply to examine them, as they may be seen at the Rooms. To see them is to give them the preference to any thing ever before offered to the public. They cannot fail to become universal favorites. They are destined to generally, if not entirely supersede Daguerreotypes. It is to be hoped that the public spirit, and commendable enterprise, of the Messrs. Lovell, will be duly appreciated, and that they will be encouraged with liberal patronage. Citizen.

1855 June 23. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) June 23, 1855, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 21, P. 3.

Photographs. No one should think of getting a likeness of themselves or friends until they have examined those Crystalotype & Ambrotypes taken by J. H. & sic. [L. H.] Lovell.

The Crystalotype is first taken upon Glass and is then transferred to paper in unlimited numbers, as from a copper plate. By this process we are enabled with the Daguerreotype instrument, to produce on paper, views of Landscapes, Residences, copy Daguerreotypes, and take Portraits from life with the unerring hand of nature, rivaling in beauty to the finest Engravings.

The Ambrotype, a very beautiful picture, is taken upon Glass and finished in such a way that they are unaffected by acids, and can lay in water for months without injury, being perfectly air tight as well as water proof.

Both of the above are truly a wonder of the Actinographic art.

We still take all the various styles of the ordinary Daguerreotype and we flatter ourselves that they are not inferior to any produced in city or country.

This is the only Complete Actinographic Establishment in Vermont.

Orders from abroad promptly attended to. J. L. & H. M. Lovell. Brattleboro, June 16, 1855.

Advertisement ran from June 23, 1855 to January 19, 1856.

1855 September 22. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) September 22, 1855, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 34, P. 2.

Fifth Annual Fair Of The Vermont State Agricultural Society. The fifth annual Fair of the Vermont State Agricultural Society was held at Rutland on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of last week….

The Floral Hall department contained a fine collection of flowers, some excellent needle work, oil paintings, daguerreotypes, crystalotypes and ambrotypes. Messrs. J. L. & H. M. Lovell of this village received the first premium on the first two varieties of photographs, and Mowry & Russell of Rutland on the last. Both exhibitions were very creditable to their respective artists.

The following is the list of Premiums Awarded…Floral Hall…

J. L. & H. M. Lovell Brat’o best daguerreotypes, 4.

J. L. & H. M. Lovell Brat’o best crystalotypes, 1.

Mowry & Russell, Rutland best ambrotypes, 4.

Mowry & Russell, Rutland, daguerreotypes, 1.

1856 January 19. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) January 19, 1856, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 3, P. 3.

Daguerrean Notice. Mr. J. L. Lovell has so far recovered his health, after an illness of more than four months, that he will give his personal attention to the taking of Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, and Photographs, in a style of beauty and finish that is not surpassed by any operator in the country.

Mr. Lovell has received the first premium at the Vermont State Fair, and at several Country Fairs in Massachusetts.

Please give him a call at No. 2 Cutler’s Block.

Advertisement ran from January 19 to August 2, 1856.

1856 May 24. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) May 24, 1856, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 21, P. 2.

View of Brattleboro.—Mr. J. L. Lovell has recently taken a photographic view of this village from which is to be engraved the Lithograph proposed to be published by Mr. J. Batchelder. This lithograph will be 28 instead of 26 inches in length. If it is a correct as the photograph it will be an admirable representation.

1856 August 9. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) August 9, 1856, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 32, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Mr. J. D. Wells of Northampton, has purchased the daguerreotype establishment lately owned by Mr. J. L. Lovell in this place, and has reopened it with all the most recent improvements in the photographic art. Mr. Wells enjoys a reputation as an artist inferior to none in New England, and we have no doubt will, in every respect, merit the patronage of the community.—Mr. Lovell has, during his stay in Brattleboro won the favorable regards of the community by his devotion to his business and his qualities as a man and a citizen. In his retirement he will carry with him the good wishes of a large circle of friends.

1856 August 9. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) August 9, 1856, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 32, P. 3.

Great Excitement At Brattleboro’. Wells & Kneeland Have purchased the Daguerrean Rooms Formerly occupied by J. L. Lovell, and are now prepared to furnish the people of Vermont with a Better Style Of Picture than can be produced elsewhere in the State. (We can, will and shall do it for those who favor us with a call.)

Wells & Kneeland are the oldest Operators in the country. They have just discovered a process whereby Pictures are taken upon Glass with all the apparent Colors of Life Itself, surpassing in beauty and Elegancy every other style of Picture ever before presented to the public. Please call and see for yourselves.

1856 August 9. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) August 9, 1856, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 32, P. 3.

Notice. I have sold out my Daguerrean Rooms and the good will of the same to Messrs. Wells & Kneeland, and, in retiring from business in Brattleboro’, I have the pleasure of introducing my patrons and friends and the public generally, to them, as the oldest Operators in the country, and it has been well said there are none superior in the United States. As Artists, they occupy the highest position. Their gentlemanly manners and attention to business cannot but command the respect of all who know them. J. L. Lovell. Brattleboro, August 1, 1856.

1856 November 22. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) November 22, 1856, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 47, P. 2.

Photography.—Mr. J. L. Lovell, for several years the well known Daguerrian Artist in this village, has removed to Amherst, Mass. We learn that an important and delicate task in his art has been entrusted to his care. Dr. Deane of Greenfield, is preparing a memoir of the fossil footprints found in the Connecticut River Valley, to be published by the Smithsonian Institute. The plates representing the several specimens cannot be engraved with the desired accuracy, hence the work is to be illustrated with photographic plates. About 30,000 of these will be requisite for the entire edition. To Mr. Lovell has been confided the task of preparing these plates, and we know of no one better qualified for the undertaking. As an artist and as a man he commanded the respect of this community, and we do cheerfully commend him to the favorable notice of the citizens of Amherst and vicinity.

1857 February 14. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) February 14, 1857, New Series—Vol. 3, No. 7, P. 2.

Photographs.—We have received from Mr. J. L. Lovell formerly a Daguerrian artist in this village, now of Amherst, Mass., a photographic view of the ruins of North College, recently destroyed by fire. The demand for these is quite active, and we are happy to say that Mr. L. will supply them for $6.00 per dozen. From the same source we have received another photograph colored in oil.—It is a beautiful specimen of a department of photographic art, which is well worthy the attention of all. Mr. L. seems determined to maintain his standing in the front rank of artists.

1857 July 11. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) July 11, 1857, New Series—Vol. 3, No. 28, P. 2.

Dr. Deane, of Greenfield, is preparing a series of plates, which have occupied his leisure hours for twenty years, of “Foot-prints of the Creator,” from the quarries and river-side of the Connecticut valley. The Smithsonian Institute defrays the expense of their publication. The impression of bird tracts, and the footsteps of both extinct and living animals, are exceedingly accurate and very fine. The expense will not be far from $5000, and the work entire a monument of scientific enthusiasm and suggestive geological hieroglyphics. The plates were photographed by Mr. J. L. Lovell, a Daguerrean artist formerly of this village but not of Amherst, Mass.

1857 December 19. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) December 19, 1857, Vol. XXIV, No. 51, P. 2.

Hard Times.—We have received a photograph from J. L. Lovell, of Amherst, Mass., formerly of this village, representing a man in a seedy, dilapidated condition, with his last dollar in hand, and that a worthless bill. It indicates the present condition of many persons just at present. The picture, as a work of art, is worthy of all praise.

1859 December 10. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) December 10, 1859, Vol. XXVI, No. 49, P. 2.

We have received from J. L. Lovell, formerly of this village, but now of Amherst, Mass., several beautiful photographs of the clay-stones and fossil fruits of this State—a sample of the illustrations designed for the Report of the Geological Survey of Vermont, by Dr. Hitchcock. These photographs are made by a new process, and as fast as made are ready for binding in the volume they are intended to illustrate, without being engraved and printed. They very much resemble steel engravings, but are more accurate in their representations. Mr. Lovell is an excellent artist and we are glade to learn that he is meeting with success. He has recently made a photograph likeness of Dr. Hitchcock by this new process, which is admirable; and he has received an order from the Senior Class in Amherst College for 6,000 copies of this style of picture.

1860 July 31. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) July 31, 1860, Vol. LXXIV, No. 52, Whole No. 4234, P. 2.

Amherst. J. L. Lovell of Amherst, photographer, had this year executed the pictures for the college class-book. He has taken in all 6,000 pictures for this one job.

1862 October 21. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) October 21, 1862, Vol. LXXVII, No. 12, Whole No. 2821, P. 2.

Hadley.—The net receipts of the old Folks’ concert were $61, to which Mr. Lovell of Amherst, added the proceeds of photographing the choir, $12, making the gross amount $73, which was distributed among the army aid societies of Amherst, Hadley, Leverett and Sunderland.

1864 March 1. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) March 1, 1864, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 31, Whole No. 2892, P. 2.

Morris H. Porter, formerly of Cummington, and now photographic operator with J. L. Lovell of Amherst, has formed a business connection with a gentleman in Kalamazoo, Mich., in which place he intends to take up his residence in a few weeks.

1864 October 18. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) October 18, 1864, Vol. LXXIX, No. 12, Whole No. 2925, P. 2.

Cattle Show at Amherst. The 15th annual exhibition of the Hampshire Agricultural Society was held on Thursday and Friday of last week…

In The Hall…Excellent specimens of photography from the establishment of J. L. Lovell, of Amherst, were exhibited. Mr. Lovell is hard to beat in his particular line.

1865 March 18. Vermont Record. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) March 18, 1865, Vol. III, No. 9, P. 12.

A Photograph in Indian ink of a deceased son of Mr. E. C. Crosby, has been made by our former townsman, J. L. Lovell, now of Amherst, Mass. It was enlarged from a small card photograph and is one of those exquisitely beautiful pieces of art that is admired by all and seldom excelled. Mr. Lovell’s many friends here will be glad to learn that he is meeting with good success. His customers are numerous and patronize him for the superiority of his work. In addition to the college class work that he has done so much of he has been engaged in taking several thousand photographs for a State publication of the bird-tracks of the Connecticut Valley.[2]

1865 May 23. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) May 23, 1865, Vol. LXXIX, No. 43, Whole No. 2955, P. 2.

A Large and life-like photograph of Miss Catherine Hopkins, late teacher in Mt. Holyoke Seminary, has just been completed by J. L. Lovell, and is now on exhibition at his rooms. It is executed with the most perfect fidelity to nature, and is creditable alike to the art and artist. Mr. Lovell has recently also taken several fine views of the college buildings and scenery from the College hill.

1865 June 6. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) June 6, 1865, Vol. LXXIX, No. 45, Whole No. 2957, P. 2.

Ingham Brothers of Westfield have engaged rooms for a Daguerrian saloon in the upper part of Damon’s block, over the post-office. It is reported that Lovell of Amherst has engaged apartments for a similar saloon in Stockwell & Spaulding’s new block. The prospect therefore is that the picture business will be well attended to in this town.

1865 July 25. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) July 25, 1865, Vol. LXXIX, No. 52, Whole No. 2964, P. 2.

Income Returns for 1864. We give below a complete list of the incomes for 1864, for Hampshire county, as returned to Hon. Amasa Norcross of Fitchburg, the U. S. Assessor for this district, on the 1st of May last.

John L. Lovell. 1864—$1,000; 1863—$1,157.

1865 October 3. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) October 3, 1865, Vol. LXXX, No. 10, Whole No. 4973, P. 2.

Cattle Show at Amherst. The Hampshire Agricultural Society held its sixteenth exhibition on Tuesday and Wednesday of last week…

Premiums Awarded…Fancy Articles.—photographs, J. L. Lovell 2.50.

1865 October 24. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) October 24, 1865, Vol. LXXX, No. 13, Whole No. 4976, P. 2.

Stockwell & Spaulding’s New Block. The new brick block of stores, offices, &c., on the east corner of Main and Pleasant streets, erected by Stockwell & Spaulding, (Frederick A. Stockwell and Capt. Mark H. Spaulding,) is so far completed that the proprietor have already moved into their quarters…

in the third story, is where the grand ornamental and artistic operations will be carried on. Here the renowned artist of Amherst, whose fame is more than local, is fitting up apartments in a style that will surpass any thing of the kind in all this region, if he does not rival even the establishments of the city artists. He will have a suite of twelve rooms, including a large and elegant reception room, and a really splendid operating room. His rooms will be a show in themselves worth seeing, and must attract people from all the country roundabout. Mr. Lovell will be a valuable addition to the already distinguished artistic force of the town. We understand that he will dispose of his rooms at Amherst.

1866 March 27. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) March 27, 1866, Vol. LXXX, No. 35, Whole No. 4998, P. 2.

Lovell, the Amherst artist, is about opening his splendid suite of rooms in Union Block. He will have as good quarters as any artist in the state.

1866 April 17. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) April 17, 1866, Vol. LXXX, No. 38, Whole No. 5001, P. 2.

It will be seen by an advertisement in another column that Mr. Lovell has opened his Photographic rooms in Union block. Mr. Lovell has undoubtedly the best suit of rooms in the Connecticut valley. His operating room is large, well-lighted, and all his appointments of the latest make and most approved pattern. As an artist Mr. Lovell has a reputation far and wide, and with his present convenient and well arranged rooms, he will undoubtedly meet with an extended patronage. We understand the Mr. Lovell has already a large amount of work engaged. This evening, the rooms will be open, and people are invited to attend. The Young Gents’ Band will be present to assist in the dedicatory services.

1866 April 17. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) April 17, 1866, Vol. LXXX, No. 38, Whole No. 5001, P. 2.

Hampshire Photograph Gallery. J. L. Lovell, Proprietor. Grand Opening, Tuesday Evening, April 17, ’66. Music By Young Gents’ Band. From 8 to 10.

The Subscriber Having Fitted Up His New Photographic Rooms in Union Block, Stockwell & Spaulding’s Building, will open them to the inspection of the public on Tuesday Evening, April 17. Young Gents’ Band Will be in attendance, and furnish Music from 8 to 10 o’clock.

Ladies and Gentlemen are Invited. J. L. Lovell.

1866 May 1. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) May 1, 1866, Vol. LXXX, No. 40, Whole No. 5003, P. 2.

Mr. Lovell may be found at his new photographic rooms in this town every day this week, ready to superintend in person all work entrusted to him. He is taking some very nice pictures now, and is ready to back up his work to the satisfaction of his patrons.

1866 July 3. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) July 3, 1866, Vol. LXXX, No. 49, Whole No. 5012, P. 2.

Income For 1865. The income taxes for the 9th Mass. District, have been assessed by Hon. Amasa Norcross of Fitchburg, and are now in the hands of Hon. D. W. Alvord of Greenfield, for collection…

Lovell, John L.—1865—$1,079. 1864—$1,000.

1866 September 25. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) September 25, 1866, Vol. LXXXI, No. 9, Whole No. 5024, P. 2.

Northampton. U. S. Revenue Taxes.—The taxes in this collection district for August amount to $23, 557.55, which is about the average amount for the preceding months. This is unexpected, because of the many exemptions under the new law. The number of tax-payers in the district is reduced by the new law about one-third. The principal taxes are the following:—Northampton…

Ingraham Brothers, photographs 20.00

Lovell & Knowlton, photographs 7.70

1866 October 2. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) October 2, 1866, Vol. LXXXI, No. 10, Whole No. 5025, P. 2.

Cattle Show at Amherst. The annual cattle show and fair of the Hampshire Agricultural Society was held at Amherst on Tuesday and Wednesday of last week…

In the other departments there was less variety than on previous occasions. J. L. Lovell displayed a very fine collection of photographs…

1866 November 27. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) November 27, 1866, Vol. LXXXI, No. 18, Whole No. 5033, P. 2.

Northampton. Internal Revenue.—The U. S. revenue taxes for October in this district amount to $21,590…

Ingraham Brothers, photographs 16.00

Lovell & Knowlton, photographs 8.20

James O’Neil, photographs 1.85

1867 January 29. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) January 29, 1867, Vol. LXXXI, No. 27, Whole No. 5042, P. 2.

Northampton. U. S. Taxes.—The taxes assessed for December amount to $18, 487…

Ingraham Brothers, photographs 13.20

Lovell & Knowlton, photographs 13.20

1867 February 26. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) February 26, 1867, Vol. LXXXI, No. 31, Whole No. 5046, P. 2.

Northampton. U. S. Taxes.—The taxes for January show a further falling off, the amount being $16, 639. The following are the principal sums assessed:…

Ingraham Brothers, photographs 13.00

Lovell & Knowlton, photographs 12.80

1867 April 30. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) April 30, 1867, Vol. LXXXI, No. 40, Whole No. 5055, P. 2.

Northampton. Revenue Taxes.—The taxes for March in A. Wright, Jr.’s collection district amount to $20, 403, an increase of $3,000 over the previous month. The principal taxes are the following:—…

Ingraham Brothers, photographs 18.00

Lovell & Knowlton, photographs 15.95

1868 March 17. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) March 17, 1868, Vol. LXXXII, No. 34, Whole No. 5101, P. 2.

Amherst…J. L. Lovell, our photographist, has also been unwell for some time, but is recovering.—

1868 March 24. Hampshire Gazette. (Northampton, Massachusetts.) March 24, 1868, Vol. LXXXII, No. 35, Whole No. 5102, P. 2.

Amherst.—Drs. Fisk & Dewolf of Northampton and Bigelow of Amherst, recently performed an operation upon Samuel C. Carter, Esq., our worthy town clerk and treasurer, for a fissure of the bowels; at the same time two tumors were removed. The operation was entirely successful and he is doing well. J. L. Lovell, the distinguished photographer, has had a similar operation performed, and is slowly but surely recovering…

N. D. Tales of Amherst A Look Back, 1986. P. 84-87.

1825 born.

1849 began taking daguerreotypes in Ware, Massachusetts.

ca 1851-52 to 1856 moved studio to Brattleboro, Vermont.

1854 studied with Whipple & Black.

November 1856 bought out E. G. Shumway, Marsh’s Block. Main Street, Amherst.

1856-1900 active in Amherst.

[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900. (1860-1900)

[2] Ichnology of New England: A Report on the Sandstone of the Connecticut Valley, by Edward Hitchcock, 1858 and Supplement, 1865.

Lovell, H. M.

April 1, 2026Daguerreotypes, PhotographsBarre Massachusetts, Brattleboro Vermont, Daguerreotypist, H. M. Lovell, John L. Lovell, Photographerpioneeramericanphotographers

1851 Main Street, over L. Demon’s, Barre, Massachusetts.

1855 2 Cutler’s Block, Brattleboro, Vermont.

1851 May 2. Barre Gazette. (Barre, Massachusetts.) May 2, 1851, Vol. XVII, No. 49, Whole No. 880, P. 2.

Daguerreotype for the Million. The subscriber would most respectfully announce to all interested that he has taken rooms over the store of L. Demon, on Main St., he has fitted up for the purpose of taking Daguerreotypes, and he has the benefit of a fine [ ? ], combined with a side light, together with his other arrangements (which are the most complete) he is able to produce pictures of a very superior tone, and finish, Also, having made some very important additions to his apparatus he is able to take Pictures in all kinds of weather. Pictures taken of all sizes to suit customers, with or without colors. Owing to calls elsewhere, his stay will be short, and those wishing for a good likeness will do well to call soon.

Pictures copied from paintings or other daguerreotypes. Delays are dangerous, Life is uncertain; Secure the shadow while it is today. H. M. Lovell.

1855 April 28. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) April 28, 1855, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 13, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. The subscribers having associated themselves under the name of J. L. & H. H. [sic.] Lovell, are now ready to take Daguerreotypes in every style of the art and warrant them to be recommended in every particular, for we are determined that it shall be for the interest of all, far and near, to obtain their Daguerreotypes at this establishment Cutler’s Block. J. L. & H. M. Lovell.

N. B. Grateful for past favors I would bespeak a continuance of the same under the new arrangement. The junior partner is a thorough Artist, and our motto is still onward as heretofore.

Respectfully, J. L. Lovell.

Advertisement ran from April 28 to June 16, 1855.

1855 June 23. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) June 23, 1855, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 21, P. 3.

Photographs. No one should think of getting a likeness of themselves or friends until they have examined those Crystalotype & Ambrotypes taken by J. H. & sic. [L. H.] Lovell.

Both of the above are truly a wonder of the Actinographic art.

We still take all the various styles of the ordinary Daguerreotype and we flatter ourselves that they are not inferior to any produced in city or country.

This is the only Complete Actinographic Establishment in Vermont.

Orders from abroad promptly attended to. J. L. & H. M. Lovell. Brattleboro, June 16, 1855.

Advertisement ran from June 23, 1855 to January 19, 1856.

1855 September 22. Vermont Phoenix. (Brattleboro, Vermont.) September 22, 1855, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 34, P. 2.

Fifth Annual Fair Of The Vermont State Agricultural Society. The fifth annual Fair of the Vermont State Agricultural Society was held at Rutland on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of last week….

The following is the list of Premiums Awarded…Floral Hall…

J. L. & H. M. Lovell Brat’o best daguerreotypes, 4.

J. L. & H. M. Lovell Brat’o best crystalotypes, 1.

Mowry & Russell, Rutland best ambrotypes, 4.

Mowry & Russell, Rutland, daguerreotypes, 1.

Longking, Thomas

March 31, 2026Ambrotypes, Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Daguerreotypes, PatentAmbrotypist, Brooklyn New York, Daguerrean apparatus, Daguerreotypist, New York City, Patent Holderpioneeramericanphotographers

1856 14 Chatham, New York, New York.

1857 142 Chatham, New York, New York.

1857-1859 190 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, New York.

1854 January 31. American Photographic Patents The Daguerreotype & Wet Plate Era 1840-1880. (Nevada City, California.) P. 7.

Patent No. 10, 475, Improved apparatus for cleaning and buffing daguerreotype plates. Thomas Longking, Brooklyn. New York.

1858 February 26. The Brooklyn Daily Eagle. (Brooklyn, New York.) February 26, 1858, Vol. 17, No. 48, P. 3.

Messrs. I. Stuehler & W. Baabe, both professors of Music, respectfully inform the public that their Academy Of Music, 190 Fulton street, Rooms No. 11 & 12. Will be open for Singing Classes from the 1^st of March, on Monday and Thursday Evenings, from 7½ to 9½ o’clock. Terms—$5 per Quarter, for Gents; $4 for Ladies; payable in advance. They also instruct on the Piano and Singing, the French and German languages, privately and in classes, in and out of their residence. Applications will be received in the forenoon from 8 to 11 o’clock, in case of absence, at Mr. Longkint’s Daguerrean Rooms, at the same place.

Advertisement ran from February 26 to March 23, 1858.

1858 July 19. The Brooklyn Daily Eagle. (Brooklyn, New York.) July 19, 1858, Vol. 17, No. 169, P. 3.

Superior Ambrotypes And Nielographs, all styles and prices, by Lingking190 Fulton street.

Advertisement ran from July 19 to August 12, 1858.

1858 November 8. The Brooklyn Daily Eagle. (Brooklyn, New York.) November 8, 1858, Vol. 17, No. 264, P. 3.

Photographs—Of A Superior Style, colored and plain, at cheaper rates than ever before offered to the public can now be obtained at Longking’s Photographic Temple of Art, 190 Fulton street,

Ambrotypes 25 cents to $5 each.

Daguerreotypes, &c., copied and enlarged to Photographs.

N. B.—Crayon Photographs in beautiful style. n.6.

Advertisement ran from November 6 to December 4, 1858.

1858 December 24. The Brooklyn Daily Eagle. (Brooklyn, New York.) December 24, 1858, Vol. 17, No. 304, P. 3.

An ambrotype is a pretty couvenir, that will suit the taste of many, and for perfection in the artistic finish and make up, get your likenesses at—

E. M. Douglas’ 345 Fulton st.

Williamson & Bros., 249 Fulton st.

Longking’s, 190 Fulton st.

1859 January 24. The Brooklyn Daily Eagle. (Brooklyn, New York.) January 24, 1859, Vol. 18, No. 19, P. 3.

Special Notice—To All Concerned—You are herby informed that you can get a beautiful large size Photograph for only One Dollar, and Duplicates, as many as you please at only 50 cents each, at Longking’s Gallery of Art, 190 Fulton street. Ambrotypes, including case at 25 cents.

Advertisement ran from January 24 to 27, 1859.

Brooklyn City Directories. (Brooklyn, New York.)

1852. Not listed. Published by-Henry R. & William J. Hearnes.

1853. salesman, 43 Stanton. Published by-Henry R. & William J. Hearnes.

1854. salesman, 43 Stanton. Published by-Henry R. & William J. Hearnes.

1855. Not listed. Published by-Henry R. & William J. Hearnes.

1856. Not listed. Published by-Henry R. & William J. Hearnes.

1856. daguerreotype apparatus, 14 Chatham, N. Y., h-198 Bridge. Published by Hope & Henderson.

1857. daguerreotypist, 142 Chatham, N. Y., h-198 Bridge. Published by William H. Smith.

1857. daguerrean and ambrotype gallery, 190 Fulton, h- 190 Fulton. Published by Jonathan Lain.

1858. daguerreotypes, 190 Fulton, h-182 Fulton. Published by Jonathan Lain.

1859. Not listed. Published by Jonathan Lain.

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