1850-1851 233 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.
1851-1856 221 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.
1856 215 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.
1850 November 28. The Charleston Mercury. (Charleston, South Carolina.) November 28, 1850, P. 1.
Glen’s Sky-Light Daguerrian Miniature Gallery, No. 233 King Street, Over J. S. Roberts’s Shoe
Store. The Subscriber, a native of this City, being in possession of all the recent improvements,
would solicit attention to his beautiful style of Portraiture, and warrants those who favor him
with their patronage satisfactory Likenesses, which cannot be excelled in point of tone, position,
and finish, and all the qualities which constitute a fine Daguerreotype. Pictures of all sizes,
single or in groups, taken in any weather, equal to any specimens of the Photographic art ever produced in this country. A call is respectfully solicited. D. N. (sic.) Glen.
Advertisement was recorded from November 28, 1850 to January 9, 1851.
1851 May 6. The Charleston Mercury. (Charleston, South Carolina.) May 6, 1851, P. 4.
Strangers and others who are desirous of having their likenesses Daguerreotypes in a superior manner, are referred to the advertisement of Mr. Glen, a Native Artist, in another column.
1851 May 6. The Charleston Mercury. (Charleston, South Carolina.) May 6, 1851, P. 4.
Glen’s Sky-Light Daguerrian Miniature Gallery. No. 233 King street, over J. S. Robert’s Shoe Store. The Subscriber, a native of this City, being in possession of all the recent improvements,
would solicit attention to his beautiful style of Portraiture, and warrants those who favor him
with their patronage satisfactory Likenesses, which cannot be excelled in point of tone, position,
and finish, and all the qualities which constitute a fine Daguerreotype. Pictures of all sizes,
single or in groups, taken in any weather, equal to any specimens of the Photographic art ever produced in this country. A call is respectfully solicited. D. L. Glen
Advertisement was recorded from May 6 to 31, 1851.
1851 September 27. The Charleston Mercury. (Charleston, South Carolina.) September 27, 1851, P. 3.
Palmento Daguerrean Gallery. No. 221 King-st., over W. J. Jacobi & Son. D. L. Glen Respectfully informs the citizens of his native State that he is prepared to take Pictures of all sizes, in a style that cannot be surpassed. Having all the facilities of light to produce a good Picture, he pledges himself to give a perfect Likeness. Mr. G. returns his thanks for past favors, and respectfully solicits a call at his rooms.
Daguerrean Stock for sale.
Advertisement was recorded from September 27, 1851 to January 1, 1852.
1852 March 16. The Charleston Mercury. (Charleston, South Carolina.) March 16, 1852, P. 4.
Mr. Glen’s Daguerreotypes. The Daguerreotypist of Charleston are avowedly some of the first artists in the State. Their galleries contain specimens of the success with which they have labored in their art, of the most pleasing and convincing nature. Among these Artists, Mr. D. L. Glen, of King street, ranks deservedly high. The improvements he has made of late are very important, one of which has enabled him to obtain such complete mastery of lights and shades, that he can effect as vivid a likeness in days of gloom as in days of sunshine. In his Galler are to be found most striking portraits of many of our leading citizens, who though absent from the spot really seem to speak to their friends. During the past week Mr. Glen has added to his fame by the production of two large-sized portraits, the one representing Signor Novelli, the eminent Barytone, and the other Signor Gambati, the famous Musician. As works of arts these portraits are likely long to remain unsurpassed.
The Fair and Poultry Exhibition—Third Day… The Fair and Poultry Exhibition…We have taken a few notes in the more delicate and fine arts to-day. In Oil Painting, Mr. S. N. Carvalho, of this city, presents several creditable offerings from his studio-conspicuous among which is a familiar Portrait readily recognized as the weather beaten but expressive countenance of “The Wandering Jew,” a venerable eccentric character well known down town, by his constant presence, and up the road, through the innumerable hieroglyphics traced along the fences, to an indefinite extent, by his hand. These paintings add no little attraction to the Exhibition.
Messrs. Osborn, Cook & Glen, of this city an extensive Gallery of Daguerreotype Miniatures…
1852 November 23. The Camden Journal. (Camden, South Carolina.) November 23, 1852, Vol. 3, No. 94, P. 2.
The Fair and Poultry Exhibition…We have taken a few notes in the more delicate and fine arts to-day….Osborn, Cook & Glen, of this city an extensive Gallery of Daguerreotype Miniatures…Charleston Courier, 19th Inst.
1852 November 25. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) November 25, 1852, Vol. L, No 15277, P. 2.
The Committee on Premiums, to whom was assigned the duty of selecting competent judges to decide on the respective merits of the various articles offered for exhibition at the Fair of the South-Carolina Institute for the present year, respectfully report the following list of awards…
S. N. Carvalho, for the Bust of a Beggar—a Silver Medal.
Osborn, for the best Composition Daguerreotypes—A Silver Medal.
Glenn, for the best Daguerreotype heads—a Silver Medal.
1852 November 30. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) November 30, 1852, Vol. L, No 15281, P. 2.
A Card. That part of the community who are in the habit of reading advertisements, must be somewhat surprised to find two Daguerreotypist proclaiming that each had the first Premium awarded to him at the late Fair. Now I ask no more than I have merited, and I leave the public to judge. The Committee in awarding Premiums made the following public announcement: “To J. M. Osborn, a Silver Medal, for the best composition Daguerreotypes; To D. L. Glenn, for the best Daguerreotype Heads.” These were the precise words used in awarding the Premiums, and I make o hesitation in assuming as mine was the first Premium awarded by the committee, and that for a superior branch of Daguerreotyping, that it was intended, as I certainly think all must understand it, that the first Premium was awarded to me. J. M. Osborn, 233 King-st.
1852 November 30. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) November 30, 1852, Vol. L, No 15281, P. 2.
Daguerreotypes. First Premium Awarded To Osborn, At The Late Fair. Rooms 223 King-street, a few doors above the Bend. Where may be had Daguerreotypes in every style of the Art, viz: Ordinary Daguerreotypes, copying and enlarging Daguerreotypes to any size, Crayon Daguerreotypes, Illuminated Daguerreotype, Cameo Daguerreotypes, Golden Tint Daguerreotype. Also a Reproduction of the Daguerreotype on Copper by Electro Galvanic process. Backgrounds rendered non-reflecting and of any color. Also, Talbotypes or pictures taken on paper by the Camera.
Pupils taken and instructions given in all the above branches if required. Also, Daguerreian Chemistry taught.
Advertisement ran from November 30 to December 6, 1852.
1852 December 2. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) December 2, 1852, Vol. L, No 15283, P. 2.
A Card. At the request of Mr. Glen, we state that the committee appointed by the Directors of the South Carolina Institute for awarding premiums in the Department of Fine Arts—decided that the first prize should be given to Osborn, for the best Daguerreotype Composition piece—the one representing a colored boy and girl sitting near a stove.
Advertisement ran from December 2 to 6, 1852.
The first place for Heads, was awarded to Glen—they regarding his Daguerreotypes as the best in that department. Committee—T. L. Hutchinson, Chairman of Committee. Geo. W. Flagg. Chas. D. Carr, Chairman Committee on Premiums So. Ca. Institute.
1852 December 2. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) December 2, 1852, Vol. L, No 15283, P. 2.
Julia Dean Daguerreotype. On Calling in to D. L. Glen’s Gallery, 221 King-street, I was shown there the finest production in the line of Daguerreotyping I ever saw. Being an artist myself, and having seen others in the different Northern cities, I must, with pleasure say, that finer pictures are taken there, that in any city in the United States, or in the world.
It was the likeness of Miss Julia Dean, also, a group of Miss Julia and sister. I find him assisted by S. Jenkins, from Richmond, Virginia, of Whitehurst’s Gallery. He is acknowledged by the best Northern Artists to be ahead in his line.
Mr. Jenkins’ references are, Ex-Governor Floyd, Virginia; Caskie, Virginia; J. Plumbe; J. H. Whitehurst, Virginia; S. M. Root[1], Philadelphia; McClees & Germon, Philadelphia; Masney & Silsbee[2], Boston; Professor Ives[3], Boston; Dr. Cleveland, Charleston; Whiteford Smith, Charleston.
Elsewhere you will find that the prize awarded (being the highest for the best productions) is settled by the Committee, J. M. Osborn being noticed by them for a group of colored subjects only. A. Citizen.
1852 December 9. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) December 9, 1852, Vol. L, No 15289, P. 2.
Grand Prize Concert. The Infant Drummer. Will give another Brilliant Entertanment (sic.) At Hibernian Hall. This Afternoon And Evening, Dec. 9. Assisted By Major J. Hammond, And Other Instrumental Talent. Three Magnificent Daguerreotypes Of The Infant Drummer, taken by D. L. Glen, 221 King-street, of this city, will be distributed among the audience This Evening, and also This Afternoon among the children. The Prizes will be distributed as follows: Each person entering the Hall, will be presented with a number; a corresponding number will be deposited in a vase, from which the Infant Drummer will draw at the close of the entertainment.
The person having the number corresponding with the 5th number drawn, will be entitled to the first prize; and the person having the corresponding number with the next fifth number drawn, will be entitled to the second prize, and the same for the third…
1852 December 16. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) December 16, 1852, Vol. L, No 15295, P. 2.
Stranger, At Mr. Glen’s, 221 King-street, you can get the finest Likeness of yourself or friends. Remember he obtained at the late fair, the highest premium for the best Daguerreotypes. As good likeness or Picture in rainy as in fair weather, you can get there. Solon.
Citizens Of Charleston And Strangers Visiting. To You Greetings. Please notice as you pass the fine Specimens of the Photographic Art, Exposed to view in the splendid Show Case, before the door of 221 King-street. For softness of shade, Tone of Pictures and position, no Daguerreotypes in the world can Equal them—(Beautiful to Contemplate.) The South ahead.
The Gallery is crowded with all Classes, to procure those life-like Miniatures, which are produced so Instantaneously and with perfection. Mr. Glen, with such an Artist as S. Jenkins, from Virginia, assisting him, and Mr. J. Having the highest recommend from All the principal Artists in America, Who will delay procuring for themselves Or friends those Mementoes, regarded As the Best gift oneself can bestow Upon another.
1853 March 2. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) March 2, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16358, P. 2.
Gov. Manning called in to Mr. Glen’s Daguerrian Gallery, (Knowing Where To Go,) to procure for his lady, a true fac simile of himself; and Jenkins, Glen’s celebrated Artist, [I besides,] retained for the public, a fine likeness of his Excellency. It can be seen at all times at the Gallery, 221 King-street. It is considered a fine production. Now, the public know where to go for a true Artistic Picture.
1853 March 9. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) March 9, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16364, P. 2.
Call Into Glen’s Daguerrean Gallery, 221 King-street. He has the finest selection of Pictures out. He has taken recently,
Governor Manning
The Mayor of Charleston
Miss Julia Dean
Miss Anna Cruise
Miss Graham
Mr. Neatie, the Tragedian.
Mr. G. got the medal at the late Fair, for the best Pictures.
Advertisement ran from March 9 to 29, 1853.
1853 April 25. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) April 25, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16403, P. 2.
The Daguerrian Gallery Of Our Friend Glen is continually crowded with the considerate, the fashionable and the gay, to see his splendid specimens of the Photographic Art, and but few leave the premises without taking with them a fac simile of themselves, in the shape of a fine Likeness.
Strangers secure the shadow ere the substance fades. Nothing can surpass Glen’s Pictures.
1853 May 4. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) May 4, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16411, P. 2.
Fife Dollars Reward.—Taken from the show case, in the entry at D. L. Glen’s Daguerrean Rooms, a Daguerreotype of a Lady—[it] was in a case which is made to hang up, and not closed up. The eyes on the picture are looking up. If returned the above reward will be paid and no questions asked. The likeness is of a Boston Lady, and valuable to none but the proprietor. D. L. Glen, 221 King st.
Advertisement ran on May 4 & 5, 1853.
1853 May 30. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) May 30, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16433, P. 2.
Friend Glen Is ahead in the Daguerrian Line. To know this a certain truth, call in any time in business hours. You will find the most fashionable sitting for their pictures and likenesses, an issue which cannot be excelled by any Artist in the Union.
You will always find our little friend Jenkins on hand, and if any one can arrange position and get the right expression, ‘tis he.
Advertisement ran from May 30 to June 1, 1853.
1853 October 12. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) October 12, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16547, P. 2.
Having occasion to look in lately at the First Premium Daguerrean Gallery of D. L. Glen at 221 King-street, we spent some time very agreeably in examining his large and varied collection of specimens. We found numerous well known faces admirably and truthfully represented in all the best styles and with the latest and most improved effects of the face printing art. Besides individual portraits we observed some groups in the execution of which the artist had been eminently successful.
1853 October 9. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) October 9, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16569, P. 2.
Glen’s First Premium Daguerreotypes, 221 King -Street, Opposite The Mammoth Boot. Mr. G, is still making those beautiful Pictures, for which he received a Silver Medal at the last Fair of the South-Carolina Institute. Every style produced by the art, taken at his rooms. All persons who want a perfect Likeness, will do well to call, as no picture is allowed to go out the rooms, unless it gives perfect satisfaction. Pictures copied at the shortest notice.
Advertisement was recorded fourteen times between November 9 to December 5, 1853.
1854 April 10. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) April 9, 1854, Vol. LI, No 16696, P. 1.
Daguerreotypes. Calling lately at the establishment of Mr. D. L. Glen, 221 King-street, we found many new additions to his previously large and attractive stock of specimens. He is evidently determined not to be outdone in excellence and to improve on himself to the utmost.
1854 April 10. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) April 10, 1854, Vol. LI, No 16696, P. 2.
Glen’s Superior Daguerreotypes If you want a perfect picture Call at Glen’s First Premium Gallery, where may be seen some of the best specimens in the city. The public are invited to call and see for themselves. Pictures at the door are specimens of the kind taken up stairs.
Room, 221 King-street, opposite the Big Boot.
Advertisement was recorded from April 10 to 14, 1854.
1854 October 11. The Charleston Daily Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) October 11, 1854, Vol. LII, No 16850, P. 2.
Marion Lodge No. 2, I. O. O. F.[4]—The Members of this Lodge, and the Brothers of the Order generally, are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral of Brother A. Krause, from his late residence, No. 5 Pain’s Court, at Nine o’clock This Morning. Daniel L. Glen, N. G.[5]
A Day At The Fair. The number of new contributors pouring in is still so great, that several tables examined by us on Thursday presented quite a strange aspect on Friday…
We are next attracted to some fine specimens of the Daguerrean art—an art in which our State has attained a deserved distinction from the degrees of excellence manifested by our leading operators.
The Gallery of D. L. Glen, 221 King-street, represented by a fine case, containing specimens of groups, portraits, and copies from prints. Of the new and later additions to his collection, we noticed the portraits of Cr. Dewey, and Miss Eliza Logan.
J. T. Zealy of Columbia, one of the best, if not the very best of our Daguerrean artists, of the interior, has contributed some very fine specimens. We readily recognize his Excellency Governor Adams, and Chancellor Wardlaw; the portrait of the latter, however, is marked “Chancellor Dargan”—a case of “individual misapprehension,” which shows a singular freak of optics, and would be unpardonable in a sheriff.
Mr. Cohen sends a case from his Daguerrean rooms, corner of King and Liberty-sts.
Geo. S. Cook sends from his well known rooms a fine collection, in all styles of the art, including the new process of oil photographs on paper.
Fifth Annual Fair. Catalogue Of The Articles On Exhibition At The Fair Of The South Carolina Institute, April 1855.
98. Four Daguerreotypes; J. T. Zealy.
101. One large Framed Daguerreotypes, seven single do; two Framed Photographs, one in oil and one plain; D. L. Glen.
102. One Frame Daguerreotypes, one lot Photographic Paintings, one lot Plain Photographs; George S. Cook.
105. One Frame Daguerreotypes; A. D. Cohen.
1855 April 21. The Charleston Mercury. (Charleston, South Carolina.) April 21, 1855, P. 2.
The Catholic Fair…
En passant we may allude to the beautiful Portrait of the late lamented Bishop Reynolds, painted faithfully (from a Daguerre) by the merited artist, W. A. Ashe; a copy from another Portrait of Bishop England, faithfully executed by one of the Sisters of Mercy; and the Daguerreotypes of four eminent Priests, grouped in easy attitude, and almost perfect semblance of the distinguished originals, by D. L. Glen, Esq…
1855 April 25. The Charleston Daily Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) April 25, 1855, Vol. LII, No 17014, P. 2.
D. L. Glen exhibits a new specimen of his skill in a daguerreotype from Mr. Galt’s admired and classical bust of “The Bacchante.”
List Of Premiums Awarded At The South-Carolina Institute Fair, Charleston, S. C., April 26, 1855.
D. L. Glen and Geo. S. Cook, Photographs and Daguerreotypes, equal in Merit—a Diploma to each.
Young American on Two Sticks. Master Benson A. English, the young drum-major—or shall we say drum—minor—who beats anything of his size and shape, with two sticks on a sheepskin, will give a concert and entertainment this evening at the institute Hall. It is sufficient to say that he visits our city in accordance with a letter of invitation signed by many leading and influential citizens, who remember the gratification experience from his performances here two years since. On that occasion, which was his first public appearance, we believe in a Southern city, Master Benson was received with lively tokens of welcome, and honored by many demonstrations in the form of presents. Among others we may note, a uniform from the Cadets of the Citadel, which the little major has worn with much gratification,—a goblet and salver from the Washington Light Infantry, a uniform from the Vigilant Fire Engine Company, a silver knife and fork from Capt. Berry, then in command of the steam ship Marion, now of the Nashville, and a silver trumpet from the German Fire Engine Company. His Honor, the Mayor, and many citizens also testified their admiration in many forms, and on the same tour he was received with equal approval by Gov. Manning, and the citizens of our Capital generally. This has been indeed his well deserved fortune in all cities where he has appeared.
Many of the tokens and presents received by the little Major, including one from the widow of President Polk, and one from President Pierce, may now be seen at the store of James E. Spear, on King, opposite Haskell-street. The prizes to be distributed after the first concert, are also on exhibition there. Our well known daguerrean artists, Osborn of 233 King-street, and Glen of 221 King-street, have taken excellent daguerreotypes, which may be seen in their collections of specimens…
1855 May 21. The Charleston Daily Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) May 21, 1855, Vol. LII, No 17086, P. 2.
The Ladies Fair…
Mr. D. L. Glen has contributed in Daguerreotypes…
1855 August 28. The Charleston Daily Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) August 28, 1855, Vol. LII, No 17024, P. 2.
D. L. Glen Has returned from the North posted up all the late Improvements In Daguerreotyping and Photography. The public are respectfully invited to call at his Rooms, 221 King-street, where specimens may be seen.
Advertisement was recorded nine times between August 28 to September 18, 1855.
1856 April 25. The Charleston Daily Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) April 25, 1856, Vol. LIV, No 17328, P. 2.
Colored Photographs. We were much pleased yesterday with a colored photograph we had an opportunity of inspecting, which exhibits a new and most effected model of adding the advantages of color and hue to the photograph without destroying the peculiar delicacies of the original impression. The coloring was executed by Mrs. E. M. Link, whose ingenious and highly meritorious skill in Grecian painting, leather work, and other branches of ornamental elegance we have had previous occasions to notice, and who occupies rooms at the S. E. corner of King and Hasell streets, (over the store of Calder, Browne & Co.) for the purpose of giving instruction in these arts. The photograph in this case was taken by Glenn, in the usual excellent style of his gallery.
1856 October 13. The Charleston Daily Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) October 13, 1856, Vol. LIV, No 17458, P. 2.[6]
Glen’s Photographs, Ambrotypes, And Daguerreotypes, 221 King-Street. [ ? ] many a flower is born to blush unseen, and waste [ ? ] on the desert air,” but a Likeness of [ ? ] some dear friend, taken by Glen, could no [ ? ] the admiring eye, than could the sun at noon [ ? ] its radiance.
Pictures [Taken at] Glen’s Gallery have always been admitted [ ? ] to be of superior tone and finish. Pictures [ ? ] size and price taken at the shortest notice.
[ ? ] sick and deceased persons taken. Glen, Southern Artist, 221 King-street.
1856 November 28. The Charleston Mercury. (Charleston, South Carolina.) November 28, 1856, Vol. XLVII, No. 9781, P. 2.
Ambrotypes For $1.00 At Glen’s Gallery of Art, 215 King-Street, Over Messrs. Duncan & Paxton’s Drug Store.
Mr. G. Having Made Arrangements To enable him to take Ambrotypes at a reasonable price, now offers the public,
Ambrotypes, from $1 upward.
Daguerreotypes, from $1 upwards.
Photographs, $4 to $40.
All who desire to get correct Pictures, will do well to call at his Rooms, where specimens may be seen in all the various branches of the Art.
Advertisement was recorded from November 28 to December 19, 1856.
1856 November 27. The Charleston Daily Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) November 27, 1856, Vol. LIV, No 17496, P. 1.
The Gallery of Paintings at the Institute.
“All that imagination’s power could trace,
Breathed in the pencil’s imitative grace,
O’er all the canvas, form and soul and feeling
That wonderous art, infused with power of life,
Portrayed each pulse, each passion’s might revealing,
Sorrow and joy, life, hatred, fear, and strife.”
A walk around the extensive Gallery of Paintings at the Institute Hall, furnishes us with material for more that one day’s study and reflection. We have, therefore, gathered up our notes from the point at which we left off yesterday, and continue to day our rambling sketches of this choice repository of the fine arts…
Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes and Photographs, from the galleries of Messrs Glen and Wenderoth…
[1] Marcus Aurelius. Root or Samuel Root or Samuel & Marcus Root.
[2] Masury & Silsbee
[3] Loyal Moses Ives
[4] I. O. O. G. Independent Order of Odd Fellows.
[5] N. G. Nobel Grand.
[6] Whole left side of advertisement unreadable.
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