1841 3 Broad Street, New York, New York.
E. Pricemer was recorded in one advertisement that ran from March 23 to April 13, 1841. Just Received From France, and for sale by E. Pricemer, 3 Broad street—Large and small Daguerreotype Plates, Hyposulfite of Soda, Cripoli, Daguerreotype Drawings of the Monuments of Paris and Rome.
E.Pricemer is not recorded in other photographic directories as a retailer of daguerreian supplies.
1857 Between Main and Franklin Streets, Clarksville, Tennessee.
S. W. Price is recorded in two announcements in the Clarksville Chronicle (Clarksville, Tennessee). The first announcement appeared on November 20, 1857. We are pleased to see that our clever friend and accomplished artist, Mr. S. W. Price, has returned to our city, to remain a short time. We are shown a specimen of his skill, in the way of coloring upon the Photograph likeness of our Editor. It is certainly a fine specimen of art.
If, with McCormac to take the picture, and Price to do the coloring, our senior’s face is not well taken, then there is no use in any one else trying. In our opinion, this Photograph cannot be surpassed.
The second announcement appeared on May 21, 1858. Mr. Price is again in our midst Mr. Price is a painter of decided merit, and if evidence of that fact were wanting, his picture of that fact were wanting, his picture of Mr. Fillmore is sufficient to place the matter beyond a doubt. Mr. Price is also a high-toned and honorable gentleman, and we bespeak for him a liberal share of patronage. We presume he will resume his employment as colorer of Photographers for Mr. W. J. McCormac. Success attend them both.
S. W. Price is not recorded in other photographic directories. There is a possibility that this is Samuel Woodson Price a portrait and figure painter who was active in Kentucky and Tennessee prior to the Civil War.
1855 Address Unknown, Elizabethtown, New Jersey
Robert T. Price was mentioned in one advertisement on March 13, 1855 in The New York Herald (New York, New York). To Let—For One Or More Years, From The first day of April next, (an excellent chance for boarding house keepers,) the large brick boarding house on the north east corner of Broad and Jersey streets, Elizabethtown, New Jersey, at present occupied as a boarding house, large garden, good well of water, two large cisterns, plenty of cellar, all paved, and every other convenience, suitable for a first class boarding house, and within two minute walk of the depot, and one hour’s ride from the city. For further particulars inquire of Robt. T. Price, daguerrean artist, Elizabethtown, N. J., or city reference of , Alphonso Lettellier 481 Broadway, Jewelry store.
Craig’s Daguerreian Registry list an R. T. Price active in 1850-1851 in Elizabethtown and again in 1859 and suggest that they are the same person. According to Gary Saratzky’s website gary.saretsky.com/photohistory/njphotographers.html it is possible to connect the R. T. Price, Robert T. Price & Robert T. Price & son to suggest that he possibly was active from 1850 to 1866.
1859 66 Nassau Street, New York, New York.
James Prentice was listed in two advertisements in The New York Herald (New York, New York) and one entry from the 1859 New York City Directory. The first advertisement ran on May 23, 1859. Spectacles, Stereoscopes and Views.—A New and splendid assortment can be had at 66 Nassau street.
The second advertisement appeared on May 31, 1859. Spectacles, Stereoscopes and Views in great variety, at J. Prentice’s, 66 Nassau street.
The entry from the 1859 New York City Directory (residence section). Jas. Prentice. Math. Insts. 66 Nassau st. h.—33 Delancey.
James Prentice as a retailer is not listed in other photographic directories.
1851 Rooms in Temperance Hall, Woodville, Mississippi.
A H. Preble was recorded in one advertisement and two announcements in The Woodville Republican (Woodville, Mississippi). The advertisement ran from April 22 to July 15, 1851 Daguerrean Gallery. A. H. Preble would respectfully inform his friends and the public that he has taken his old room, the Temperance Hall, and is now prepared to wait upon all that are desirous of obtaining a perfect likeness. Miniatures taken single or in groups, and colored true to life, in a superior style, and warranted not to fade.
Pictures and paintings of all kinds copied satisfactorily, or no charge made.
The first announcement appeared on May 27, 1851. Mr. Preble is still taking miniatures in this place. He is an adept in his profession. Those wanting to see themselves as others see them, had better call early, and have their ‘pictur’ taken.
The second announcement appeared on June 17, 1851. Mr. Preble, who has won for himself a high reputation as a Daguerrean, is still among us, immortalizing our Citizens. We heard a lady the other day say that somebody had complimented her by stealing her picture. It is no theft to steal a Bible or picture, unless it is done through mercenary motives. A higher compliment could not be paid to a lady or an artist than that of stealing a picture. We would say to those who desire a correct likeness, and a cheap one, to call at once on Mr. Preble.
A. H. Preble is not listed in other photographic directories.
1844 Address Unknown, Binghamton, New York.
R. C. Pratt was recorded in an announcement on September 26, 1844 in the Binghamton Courier (Binghamton, New York). Daguerreotype Portraits. We dropped in to Mr. R. C. Pratt’s room the other day and examined with much gratification his specimens in the Daguerreotype art. They are certainly very superior, possessing a delicacy and finish and life, which we have rarely seen equaled and never surpassed. Features and drapery are alike perfect. Those of our citizens wishing likenesses of themselves or friends, will do well to call upon Mr. Pratt. His stay here, he informed us, will not extend beyond a very few days.
R. C. Pratt is not recorded in other photographic directories.
1846 Address Unknown, New London, Connecticut.
E. William Pratt appeared in an announcement on December 4, 1846 in The New York Herald (New York, New York). View of the Atlantic Ashore.—We have received an excellent daguerreotype view of the steamer Atlantic, ashore on Fisher’s Island. It was taken by Mr. E. Williams Pratt, the daguerreotype artist of New London.
E. William Pratt is not recorded in other photographic directories as being active in New London, Connecticut. It is unknown if Erastus W. Pratt recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry or E. W. Pratt (posted yesterday) are the same person.
1849 Address Unknown, Taunton, Massachusetts.
E. W. Pratt was recorded in an announcement in the Taunton Daily Gazette (Taunton, Massachusetts) on August 11, 1849. We would advise all of our citizens to visit the “Daguerrean Studio, “which is stopping in this place for a limited period. The specimens speak volumes in favor of the artist, Mr. E. W. Pratt, and to those who are not ready supplied with a good Daguerreotype Picture, affords an opportunity rarely met with. Give him a call before it is to late.
E. W. Pratt is not listed in other photographic directories as being active in Taunton, Massachusetts. It is unknown if Erastus W. Pratt recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry or E. William Pratt (posted tomorrow) are the same person.
1854 Address Unknown, Downer’s Grove, Illinois.
C. C. Pratt was recorded in the Illinois And Missouri State Directory for 1854-1855 (St. Louis, Missouri.) C. C. Pratt was listed in the business section of the directory as a Daguerrean.
C. C. Pratt is not listed in other photographic directories.
1852-1853 177 Broadway, New York, New York.
Powelson & Mendham (Benjamin F. Powelson and Charles Mendham) are listed in two advertisements in The New York Herald (New York, New York). The first advertisement appeared on April 29, 1852. To Daguerreotypers.—Wanted, A First class Operator. Apply to Powelson & Mendham, Daguerreotype Artists, 177 Broadway, from 8 to 12 o’clock in the morning.
The second advertisement ran on March 1 & 2, 1853. Card.—B. F. Powelson Hereby Gives Notice, that he is no longer interested in the daguerrean gallery known under the firm of Powelson & Mendham. He can now be found at Harrison’s rooms, No. 123 Broadway, where he will be happy to see his friends and well wishers. A first rate picture guaranteed.
Both Benjamin F. Powelson and Charles Mendham are recorded in other photographic directories. The above information helps to clarify information on the partnership recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.
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