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Farrington, G. E.

April 20, 2025AmbrotypesAbbeville South Carolina, Ambrotypist, G. E. Farringtonpioneeramericanphotographers

1859 Rooms at Marshall House, Abbeville, South Carolina.

1859 May 12. The Abbeville Banner. (Abbeville, South Carolina.) May 12, 1859, Vol. XVI, No. 3, P.2.

Ambrotypes. We are pleased to notice that G. E. Farrington has opened an Ambrotype Gallery in the second story of the Wooden Wing of the Marshall House. We learn, too, that he is stationed here permanently. He will be pleased to see his friends and customers from any part of the District. He is prepared to take Ambrotypes, Spherotypes, Melainotypes and Relievotypes of any size or style. He is also prepared to insert the best specimens of the art in Broaches, Medallions and Rings. Mr. Farrington is a permanent resident of the place, and may at all times be found at his rooms to accommodate all who may favor him with a call.

He has some beautiful specimens of his skill which may be seen at his room. To our friends from the country who may desire anything in his line, we can recommend him as an artist in every way worthy of support.

Farrand, Camillus

April 19, 2025Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, PhotographsAmbrotypist, Camillus Farrand, Daguerreotypist, New York City, Photographerpioneeramericanphotographers

1852-1857 307 Broadway, New York, New York.

1854 807 Broadway, New York, New York.

1852 December 2. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 2, 1852, Whole No. 7336, P. 4.

The Most Convenient Daguerreotypes Gallery in New York is Farrand’s, 307 Broadway. It is situated but one flight of stairs above the sidewalk, and has one of the best sky-lights in the Union, and his pictures are unsurpassed by any in the world.

1852 December 14. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 14, 1852, Whole No. 7348, P. 4.

Would you have a Perfect Picture without the fatigue of ascending hafe a dozen flights of stairs. Call at Farrand’s first floor sky-light gallery, 307 Broadway, where everything in the art of Daguerreotyping is executed with the greatest skill. Pictures taken daily in every style of the art, and entire satisfaction given or no charge made.

1852 December 20. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 20, 1852, Whole No. 7354, P. 6.

The most appropriate Holiday Present is a perfect daguerreotype, and the most convenient gallery is Farrand’s, 307 Broadway, first floor, up stairs, where everything in the art is executed with the greatest skill. Pictures taken in the new discovery without reversing the picture.

1852 December 22. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 22, 1852, Whole No. 7356, P. 4.

Farrand’s Daguerreotypes for the Holidays, 307 Broadway, first floor, up stairs. At this establishment you can get a perfect picture without the fatigue of accending half a dozen flights of stairs, and save half your money. Pictures taken daily in every style of the art, and entire satisfaction given, or no charges made.

1852 December 27. New York Daily Tribune. (New York, New York.) December 27, 1852, Vol. XII, No. 3649, P. 2.

A Daguerreotype Likeness for only Twenty-Five Cents.—The subscriber would respectfully announce that having one of the best arranged skylight galleries in New-York, and a superior apparatus and machinery, he is prepared to furnish Daguerreotypes that cannot be surpassed by any in the world in quality, truthfulness, and durability. A perfect picture for only twenty-five cents, that will not fade in any climate. Call and decide for yourselves, at No. 307 Broadway, first floor, up-stairs. C. Farrand.

1852 December 30. New York Daily Tribune. (New York, New York.) December 30, 1852, Vol. XII, No. 3652, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes Only 25 Cents—At Farrand’s, first floor sky-light Gallery, No. 307 Broadway, where pictures are taken in every style, unsurpassed by any in quality, cheapness and durability.

Advertisement ran on December 30 to January 28, 1853.

1853 February 7. New York Daily Tribune. (New York, New York.) February 7, 1853, Vol. XII, No. 3685, P. 2.

25 Cent Daguerreotypes.—Farrand, at No. 307 Broadway, having one of the most convenient galleries in New-York, superior apparatus machinery & c., is furnishing Daguerreotypes that cannot be surpassed by any in the world, in quality cheapness and durability. His mammoth sky light is to be found within ten feet above the side walk. And if any person in pursuit of Daguerreotypes finds him or herself at the top of a high building they may know that they are in the wrong shop to find Farrand’s inimitable and cheap pictures.

Advertisement ran from February 7 to March 7, 1853.

1853 March 31. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) March 31, 1853, Whole No. 7404, P. 4.

Farrand’s 25 Cent Daguerreotypes Cannot be excelled for truthfulness, beauty of finish, and durability. His mammoth skylight is at 307 Broadway, on the first floor above the sidewalk, and his rooms are daily thronged by those who wish perfect pictures without the fatigue of ascending half a dozen flights of stairs.

1853 May 31. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) May 31, 1853, Whole No. 6489, P. 5.

Dar Sir:—According to promise, I am happy to inform you of the success in improving upon my original 25 cent daguerrean apparatus, and am now prepared to give you large, beautiful pictures for only $3, including case, (such as cost elsewhere $6 and $8,) and their superiority is known by the many thousands who, the past few months have sat before the best instrument in the world, at C. Farrand’s Daguerreotype Gallery, 807 Broadway. [307 Broadway.]

1854-1855? New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1854-1855, P. 50.

C. Farrand’s Daguerreotypes, 307 Broadway, N. Y.

This Gallery has [ ? ] Sky-lights, but one flight above the side-walk [ ? ] in the Art of Daguerreotyping is executed with the great [ ? ], and cheaper than any other Establishment in the world.

Pictures taken [ ? ] 25 Cents Upwards In All Kinds Of Weather, And Warranted.

1855 February 7. Auburn Weekly American. (Auburn, New York.) February 7, 1855, Vol. 1, No. 1, P. 3.

A few Certificates. From Gentlemen Of The Highest standing in any favor of the World renowned Hurd’s Hair Restorer, which will produce a new growth of Hair on any bald head.

New York, Dec. 20, 1853.

W. C. Hurd: Dear Sir—

Your Hair Restorer has produced a vigorous growth of hair on my head where it had been bald for five years. C. Farrand, Daguerreotypist, 307 Broadway. New York, March 10, 1854.

Advertisement ran from February 7, 1855 to March 12, 1856.

1855 July 25. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) July 25, 1855, Whole No. 6906, P. 5.

Look, Look, Look.—Daguerreotypes In the shade. A perfect likeness for 12½ cents, at No. 307 Broadway, by Farrand’s new process; something new and superior to daguerreotypes in every way.

1856 January 1. Photographic and fine Arts Journal. (New York, New York.) January 1, 1856, Vol. IX, No. 1, P. 19.

In an article entitled the Photographic Galleries of America. Number One, New York. The author visited 69 Galleries in New York City.[1]

Farrand—The show case contains some very fine specimens. The reception-room, however, is a vacuum, nothing to attract the eye, an indispensable consideration in daguerrean galleries.

1856 December 16. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 16, 1856, Whole No. 7413, P. 5.

Startling.—Four Perfect Photographs for the ridiculously low price of $1 at Farrand’s, 307 Broadway, equal to those that cost $5 each elsewhere.

1856 December 17. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 17, 1856, Whole No. 7414, P. 5.

The New Mystery.—F. T. F. P. F. O. D.—This means that Farrand takes four photographs for one dollar, at 307 Broadway, equal to those that cost $5 each elsewhere.

1856 December 18. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 18, 1856, Whole No. 7414, P. 5.

Death of 100 Persons by Lightning Would not create half so great an excitement as Farrand’s four perfect photographs for one dollar, at 307 Broadway.

1856 December 20. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 20, 1856, Whole No. 7417, P. 5.

Who Dares Acknowledge that he hasn’t a picture now, when Farrand, 307 Broadway, takes four photographs for $1.

1856 December 23. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 23, 1856, Whole No. 7420, P. 5.

A Live Whale in the Croton Reservoir would not create half the sensation of Farrand’s four splendid photographs for one dollar, at 307 Broadway.

1856 December 24. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 24, 1856, Whole No. 7421, P. 5.

A Daguerrean Artist Gone Mad.—Four photographs for a dollar. That man Farrand, at No. 307 Broadway, is performing wonders. Go and see his establishment.

1856 December 27. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 27, 1856, Whole No. 7424, P. 5.

Four Photographs for $1. Farrand, 307 Broadway.

1857 June 23. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) June 23, 1857, Whole No. 7601, P. 5.

Wanted—A Young Lady In An Ambrotype and photograph gallery. Apply to C. Farrand, 307 Broadway.

[1] Not all first names or complete addresses were recorded in article. Craig’s Daguerreian Registry was used to assist in identification when possible first name and address were added.

Farr, R. A.

April 18, 2025DaguerreotypesDaguerreotypist, R. A. Farr, Schenectady New Yorkpioneeramericanphotographers

1841 116 State Street, over Crain & Davis Store, Schenectady, New York.

1841 July 13. The Schenectady Cabinet, or, Freedom’s Sentinel. (Schenectady, New York.) July 13, 1841, Vol. XXXII, No. 1617, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits. The Ladies and gentlemen of Schenectady are respectfully informed, that a Daguerreotype Apparatus is now at the Colonnade, 116 State-street, where it will remain for a few days. The operator is prepared to take, by the beautiful pencil of nature, miniature likenesses in a superior style, in a few seconds of time; which, being the reflected forms of the objects themselves, far surpass in fidelity of resemblance, any thing which can be accomplished by the eye and hand of the artist.

Persons wishing to perpetuate the true resemblance of themselves or friends, have now an opportunity of doing so at a very moderate expense, and are invited to call.

Three or four figures can be taken on a single plate—grouping in one view a small family.

Miniature copies of Portraits will also be taken; thus enabling individuals to have copies of the likeness of a deceased or absent friend at a very low price. Call at 116 State Street.

Advertisement ran from July 13 to August 10, 1844.

1841 July 16. The Reflector and Schenectady Democrat. (Schenectady, New York.) July 16, 1841, Vol. VII, No. 29, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits. The Ladies and gentlemen of Schenectady are respectfully informed, that a Daguerreotype Apparatus is now at the Colonnade, 116 State st., where it will remain for a few days. The operator is prepared to take, by the beautiful pencil of nature, miniature likenesses in a superior style, in a few seconds of time; which, being the reflected forms of the objects themselves, far surpass in fidelity of resemblance, any thing which can be accomplished by the eye and hand of the artist.

Persons wishing to perpetuate the true resemblance of themselves or friends, have now an opportunity of doing so at a very moderate expense, and are invited to call.

Three or four figures can be taken on a single plate—grouping in one view a small family.

Miniature copies of Portraits will also be taken; thus enabling individuals to have copies of the likeness of a deceased or absent friend at a very low price. Call at 116 State Street.

Advertisement ran from July 16 to 30, 1841.

1841 July 23. The Reflector and Schenectady Democrat. (Schenectady, New York.) July 23, 1841, Vol. VII, No. 30, P. 2.

Daguerreotype.—We direct the attention of our readers to an advertisement, in another column, of this apparatus for taking miniatures. The likeness taken with it, is as perfect as is given by the truest Mirror, with the exception of color.—In addition, instead of hours, it requires only a few seconds of time, to complete the operation. Specimens may be seen at the room, above this office.

1841 September 3. The Reflector and Schenectady Democrat. (Schenectady, New York.) September 3, 1841, Vol. VII, No. 36, P. 2.

Daguerreotype.—We dropped in a few days since, to see Mr. R. A. Farr, in his Daguerreotype rooms, over Crane & Davis store, 154 State street. He is located on the second floor, on the south side of the hall. His rooms are very handsomely fitted up , and are well adapted, as regards light, to the purposes for which they are used. He showed us quite a number of the miniatures taken by him, and they were certainly equal to anything of the kind we ever saw. The likenesses taken with this apparatus, are as perfect in every respect, as those given by a mirror, with the exception of color. We have seen many which were somewhat indistinct, and we were almost led to believe that it was unavoidable; those taken by Mr. Farr, however, which we saw, had not this imperfection. It is worth one’s while to call and see the likeness lying on his table, as well as the apparatus and process by which they are taken.

Faris, Thomas

April 17, 2025Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, PhotographsAmbrotypist, Cincinnati Ohio, Daguerreotypist, Faris & Erwin, Faris & Mullen, Faris & Stillman, Hawkins & Faris, New York City, Photographer, Samuel Root, Thomas Farispioneeramericanphotographers

1843-1844 Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio.[1]

1846-1859 Fourth and Walnut Streets, Melodeon Building, Cincinnati, Ohio.

1856 26 West Fourth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio.

1856-1859 363 Broadway, corner Franklin Street, New York, New York.

1846 November 30. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) November 30, 1846, Vol. VII, No. 36, p. 2.

Plumbeotypes. This is the name given by Plumbe, to paper Daguerreotypes, an invention by him, of a very recent date. We are indebted to Mr. Thomas Faris, Plumbe National Gallery, corner of 4th and Walnut streets, in this city, for a number of specimens of this new and very interesting art, including Hon. Lewis Woodbury, Hon. Cave Johnson, Hon Sam Houston, Hon. J. C. Calhoun, D. M. Hoyt, &c., &c. Each portrait is prib=nted from Daguerreotype likenesses, with a frame and the signature in writing. It is a very interesting discovery. One hundred copies of any person can be ordered for $10. Call on Mr. Faris.

1846 November 30. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) November 30, 1846, Vol. VII, No. 36, p. 2.

The Popular Magazine. We are indebted to Mr. Thomas Faris, Plumbe Nat. Gal., corner of 4th and Walnut streets, for Nos. 1 and 2 of the “Popular Magazine,” a journal of art and literature, by Augustine J. H. Duganne, published in Philadelphia. It has in each number a Plumbeotype of some of the distinguished personage, and much valuable reading. In one of the numbers received is an autograph and letter from President Monroe, dated 1892, and in the other, one from Dr. Franklin, dated 1764. Very valuable, indeed, are such works of art. Please examine.

1847 February 23. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) February 23, 1847, Vol. VII, No. 107, p. 2.

[From the Herald of yesterday. The finest gallery of Daguerreotypes we ever saw may be seen, by any body at the rooms of Faris, in the Melodeon. We observed many familiar faces, true to nature. He has some likenesses of Dr. Chamberlain and Col. Mitchell, which we do not think can be excelled. The finish of these portraits is decidedly superior to any other we have ever seen. The rooms of Mr. Faris are the best, perhaps, in the city. The one in which the likenesses are taken, on the corner of Fourth and Walnut, is exceedingly well lighted. Mr. Faris has been assisted for some time by Mr. Charles Carter, who is now as good at the business as the best. Mr. Faris is open for inspection at all hours of the day, where he will be happy to see all disposed to give him a call. They will see many admirable likenesses of some of their friends of the city. The cavalcade of Rockwell’s company was daguerreotyped here, and considering the circumstances, was well done. It is a pleasant place to spend a half hour.

1847 June 18. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) June 18, 1847, Vol. VIII, No. 65, p. 2.

That picture of Col. Mitchell, mentioned a few days since in this paper as being in possession of some person who found it in the street, was stolen from Mrs. Jone’s, 4th street, and may be left at Faris’s Daguerreotype rooms, corner Walnut and Fourth.

1847 September 15. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) September 15, 1847, Vol. VIII, No. 140, p. 2.

$5 Reward.—Stolen from Faris’ Daguerrian Gallery, on the morning of the 14^th inst., five Gold miniature Lockets, one octagon, and one oval with glass on both sides, the others were round with but one glass. The above reward will be paid for the delivery of the articles. Thos. Farris, Melodeon Building, cor, 4th and Walnut.

1848 June 15. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) June 15, 1848, Vol. X, No. 55, p. 2.

The daguerreotype miniature of Mr. E. Forrest, hanging at the door of Faris’ gallery, Melodeon building, is a complete triumph of the art.

1848 July 15. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) July 15, 1848, Vol. XI, No. 15, p. 3.

Melodeon Gallery Of Daguerreotype Portraits, And Family Groups, Corner of Fourth and Walnut streets, 2nd story, Cincinnati. Likenesses by the improved process from the largest to the smallest sizes, and of the most delicate execution, may be obtained at the above Rooms.

Portraits taken at this establishment, warranted to give satisfaction. Thomas Faris.

1848 October 18. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) October 18, 1848, Vol. XI, No. 15, p. 2.

Melodeon Gallery. T. Faris, Daguerreotypist, Melodeon Building, Cor. 4th and Walnut. Daguerreotype Portraits, either single or in groups, colored or without colors, taken in a superior style, regardless of the weather.

“Daguerreotype likenesses are taken at this establishment equal, we venture to say, to any other place in America; and, when compared with some other establishments of the kind, there is no comparison whatever.”—Ohio State Journal.

“One of the richest and most highly finished Daguerreotypes we have ever seen.”—Queen City.

“Successful in a high degree in divesting his pictures of that dull and lifeless hue which disfigures the Daguerreotypes of so many artists.”—Cist’s Adv.

“For faithfulness of delineation and exquisite coloring far transcends anything we deemed the art capable of producing.”—Signal.

“Crowded all the while with customers, his bold and truthful style of Daguerreotyping is becoming every day more and more popular.”—Dispatch.

Advertisement ran from October 18 to November 1, 1848.

1849 January 18. Liberty Hall And Cincinnati Gazette. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) January 18, 1849, Vol. XLV, No. 2324, P. 1.

The Greek Slave is now exhibiting at Louisville. During the exhibition of the statute in our city the receipts were over $3,000. Mr. Broadwell, proprietor of the Apollo Building, made no charge for the use of the Hall in which the exhibition was had. Those who were not privileged to see the substance can now look upon the shadow of this master-piece of Powers’ genius, by calling at the Daguerreotype rooms of either of Mr. Hawkin’s, Mr. Faris, or Mr. Fontayne, each of whom took several excellent views…

1849 February 26. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) February 26, 1849, Vol. XI, No. 125, p. 2.

Splendid Daguerreotypes may always be obtained at Faris’, Melodeon Gallery, corner of Fourth and Walnut sts.

By a late and important improvement, the time of sitting occupies but a few seconds, either in clear or cloudy weather.

Advertisement ran from February 26 to 28, 1849.

1849 March 2. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) March 2, 1849, Vol. XI, No. 129, p. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Magnificent Daguerreotypes are taken every day, without regard to the weather, at Faris’ Melodeon Gallery, corner of Fourth and Walnut sts. Call and see. Free admission.

Advertisement ran from March 2 to 5, 1859.

1849 March 23. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) March 23, 1849, Vol. XI, No. 147, p. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—It is becoming better understood every day , that the Daguerreotypes mader by Faris at the Melodeon Gallery, exhibit a superiority seldom attained by those of other artists. Positive excellence is the universal—and not the chance—characteristics of his work. Having very lately added to his already superior facilities one of Voightlander & Son celebrated quick working Cameras, he is enabled to take groups and single Pictures of Children, in very much less time that they could be taken heretofore.

Rooms N. West corner of Fourth and Walnut streets, second story.

1849 October 4. Liberty Hall And Cincinnati Gazette. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) October 4, 1849, Vol. 46, No. 2360, P. 2.

The Horticultural Exhibition. This beautiful Autumn Festival closed on Saturday evening…

On the last day of the exhibition, a couple of daguerreotype views of the two avenues were taken by Mr. Faris, of the Melodeon, which preserve well the symmetrical proportions of the first and last, and give a fine view of the prominent thing in the Hall, and the general style of their disposal. In one of these we recognize the towering form of our friend Mr. A. H. Ernst, and in the other the well known figure of our neighbor Mr. J. P. Foote. For interior views, these pictures are highly creditable to the skill of Mr. Faris, who holds a first rank as a Daguerreotypist. The tone of the coloring is superb…

1849 October 11. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) October 11, 1849, Vol. XII, No. 163, p. 1.

Horticultural Society. The meeting last Saturday was a monthly one, and one of more than usual interest, It being the first after the autumnal exhibition…

Daguerreotypes of the Hall during the exhibition by Mr. Faris, were exhibited.

1849 December 13. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) December 13, 1849, Vol. XII, No. 13, p. 2.

Prepare For The Holidays. Great Excitement at Faris’ Melodeon Gallery. The Subscriber would respectfully inform his friends and the public generally, that he is now receiving from the East, the finest assortment of Daguerreotype Cases and Frames ever offered in the West, intended expressly for Holiday Presents. All who wish to make a presentation plate of themselves or friends should call at the Melodeon Gallery and examine this fine stock.

What can exceed the beauty and truthfulness of the Daguerreotype, when well executed, the impression being fixed upon a plate of pure silver, enameled by fine gilding, and warranted never to fade! Few know the value of a likeness of a Parent, Brother, Sister or Friend, until they are departed, by death or absence, therefore, as delays are dangerous, call early, and “Secure the Shadow Ere the Substance fades.” Thos. Faris, Melodeon Gallery, N. W. cor. 4th and Walnut sts.

1850 January 3. Liberty Hall And Weekly Cincinnati Gazette. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) January 3, 1850, Vol. 46, No. 2373, P. 2.

Daguerreotyping.—Cincinnati in the art of Daguerreotype occupies a position equal in all respects to any city of the Union. We have numerous artist in this line whose pictures are superior perhaps to those made at any other city, except Philadelphia, and they do not take second rank even to the Quaker City productions. Among these artists, Faris, in the Melodeon Building, takes one of the first places. His pictures are finished and beautiful in their effect, and he understands the advantages of position and attitude. He has recently returned from the East with a variety of beautiful and appropriate styles of cases in which he will be happy to put up pictures for New Year’s presents.

His collection of portraits of eminent persons is rare and extensive. Among the late additions to the gallery are portraits of Father Mathew, Geo. M. Dallas, and T. S. Arthur, taken from life.

1850 August 29. Presbyterian Of The West. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) August 29, 1850, Vol. V,

No. 49, Whole No. 257, P. 3.

Melodeon Gallery of Daguerreotype Portraits & Family Groups. The Subscriber invites special attention to the distinct, lively, and lifelike expression of the Eye in his Daguerreotype Miniatures; to the beauty and perfection of the drapery; to the rich warm tone and mellowness of the lights and shadows, yet depth, boldness, and rotundity, as well as highly artistic effect peculiar to the pictures taken at the Free Admission Gallery, Melodeon Building, corner of Fourth and Walnut sts. Thos. Faris. may16.

1851 January 30. Liberty Hall And Weekly Cincinnati Gazette. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) January 30, 1851, Vol. 51, No. 2429, P. 1.

Faris’ Daguerreotypes. T. B. Read, in a recent letter from Dusseldorf, Germany, to the Cincinnati Commercial, makes the following statement of the value placed at that distant point, on the work of our Cincinnati Artists:

On of my first inquiries was for Whitridge, the landscape painter, whom I had known years ago in Cincinnati. The idea of meeting with any one whom you have known before, is one of the most agreeable sensations which can be experienced in a land of strangers. But unfortunately for us, he had gone up the Rhine on a sketching tour, and would be absent for a week or more. I had the pleasure, however, of finding Mr. McConkey, another landscape painter from the Queen City, at his studio, and saw some fine pictures on his easel, which have, I presume, by this time, reached America. I do not intend to take up much of your space with comments upon artists and their works, for I fear that your readers do not all feel the same interest in the subject which I do. But when I can meet men such as Leutze and Powers, and especially the artist from your own city, you shall hear about them and their productions. My only fear is that I shall find such subjects but too seldom. Speaking of this, I am reminded of what I should have mentioned before. Previous to leaving Cincinnati, I possessed myself of a few daguerreotypes, which were taken by Faris and Hawkins, and wherever they have been seen by artists and others in England, Germany and Italy, they have been pronounced to be the finest specimens ever beheld in these countries. One, a large plate by Mr, Faris, has attracted so much attention and admiration, that it is continually lent out and passed around as a curiosity, showing how far the new world has beaten the old, even at her own inventions. A friend of mine yesterday exhibited this one to a French daguerreotypist in Florence, who stared over it with eyes like saucers, and shrugged his shoulders up to his ears and exclaimed, “Vive Amerique!” recognizing at a glance that it was not European. He acknowledged without hesitation, that he had never seen anything in his line of art to compare with it. To be convinced of the truth of this, one has only to look at the specimens which adorn the show cases here; they remind me of those “half-dollar” establishments to be met with so frequently in our eastern cities. I cannot understand why in this old world of art, daguerreotyping should be so far inferior to what it is in America; nor have I heard any satisfactory explanation. The operators, when they pretend to give any reason, lay the blame upon the weather. In London this might be a good and sufficient reason, but in Italy, especially, the atmosphere can scarcely be the sole cause for so much difference. I am inclined to think that good chemist in this country have not, as in ours, turned their attention to the subject.

1854 March 2. Liberty Hall And Weekly Cincinnati Gazette. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) March 2, 1854, Vol. 62, No. 2, P. 3.

The Committee From Boston And The Stem Fire Engine.—As we have before announced, the Committee from Boston arrived in our city Saturday night, and on Sunday they visited many of our churches and the suburbs of our city…

Since writing the above we learn that the great daguerrean artist, Faris, has taken a number of daguerreotypes of the steam fire engine, and each member of the Boston delegation has been furnished with a copy to take home, that the citizens may have an is=dea of the appearance of the machine.—Copies have also been sent to New York, New Orleans and other cities.

1855 March 8. Dollar Weekly Times. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) March 8, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 33, P. 7.

The Times Office On The 22d. On the first page we present our readers with a spirited view of the Walnut Street front of the Dollar Weekly Times Office Building on the 22d Feb’y, the anniversary of Washington’s Birthday. The engraving is from a daguerreotype taken about noon, by Faris, from the third-story of a building diagionally opposite our office…

1855 September 27. Belmont Chronicle. (St. Clairsville, Ohio.) September 27, 1855, New Series Vol. VII, No. 51, Whole No. 966, P. 2.

The State Fair…West of this on the brow of the ridge stood the “Hall for Fine Arts,” a gothic frame structure, in which a large number of excellent works of art were on exhibition. It would of course be impossible for us to enumerate everything, but we cannot pass this hall without alluding to the display of pictures on exhibition from the gallery of our fellow citizens Thomas Faris. His colored Photographs are perfect. A colored likeness, life size, seemed to be breathing, and stands out from the plate as if it were really a living being, instead of an inanimate image. Mr. Faris has brought his art to the greatest perfection, and reflects honor on the city of his residence, (Cincinnati,) where, ever his pictures are seen.

1855 December 29. Star In The West. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) December 29, 1855, Vol. XVIII, No. 40, P. 3.

City Artists. A New Kind Of Picture.—There is a new kind of picture lately introduced, called the Ambrotype, which will probably take the place of the Daguerreotype. It is thus described by a writer for one of our city papers:—…

This method of taking pictures is patented and the art is practiced by but one artist in our city, viz: Thomas Faris who in located in the Melodeon Building at the corner of Fourth and Walnut streets. He is one of our oldest and best daguerrean artists. Those of our readers who may desire a durable, excellent picture, and no humbug, would do well, to call on Mr. Faris. We say this, not because we have been requested to do so, but from a desire that true merit should be rewarded, and the public not deceived.

1856. Pencil and the Camera by Marcus A. Root, P. 366.

Samuel sold gallery to [Thomas] Faris in 1856.

1856 October 9. The Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) October 9, 1856, Vol. XVII, No. [ ? ], P. 2.

Remember

Faris’ Ambrotypes are surprisingly beautiful.

Faris’ Ambrotypes are life-like.

Faris’ Ambrotypes are entirely durable.

Faris’ Ambrotypes for richness of tone, are wonderful.

Faris’ Stereoscopes are miracles of art.

Faris’ Daguerreotypes are perfect gems.

Faris’ Heliographs are pronounced by Artists “Perfection.

Faris’ Gallery is in the Melodeon, corner Fourth and Walnut, Cincinnati, and No. 28 West Fourth street.

Remember Faris is the only Artist [it] in the city who makes the real Ambrotype.

1857 April 11. Frank Leslie’s Illustrated Newspaper. (New York, New York.) April 11, 1857, Vol. III, No. 70, P. 15.

Diaphaneotypes, Photographs, Daguerreotypes, at the Root Photographic and Fine Art Gallery, 363 Broadway, corner Franklin street. Faris & Erwin, Proprietors.

Advertisement ran from April 11 to September 19, 1857.

1858 January 11. The Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) January 11, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 267, P. 2.

Photographs, Heliographs, &c., At Greatly Reduced Prices, Melodeon Gallery.—As the Photographic business is very dull during the month of January , February and March and in view of the present financial crisis, anticipating an unusually dull business that time, in order to retain the services of all our artists, and keep them employed, we will for the next three months furnish our customers with the same quality of Photographic pictures, for which the Gallery is renowned, at Greatly Reduced Prices!

As this reduction will be temporary, we advise all who wish to have good pictures to call at once—examine our prices and pictures. We will furnish a better picture than can be obtained at any other establishment at our price.

We would call particular attention to the Heliograph, the new and popular style of picture for which a patent has been granted to E. C. Hawkins, the inventor. They are made only at this Gallery. Farris & Mullen, Melodeon Gallery, N. W. corner of Fourth and Walnut.

Advertisement was recorded on January 11 & 12, 1858.

1858 July 24. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) July 24, 1856, Vol. XIX, No. 122, P. 2.

Faris & Stillman, Melodeon Gallery, Corner Fourth and Walnut Streets. Photographs, Melainotypes, Ambrotypes and Heliographs at greatly reduced prices.

N. B.—Life size Photographs colored in oil by first class artists.

Advertisement ran from July 24 to 27, 1858.

1858 August 28. New York Daily Tribune. (New York, New York.) August 28, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 5414, P. 1

For Finely Finished Photographs, Go to Faris’s, (Late Root’s), No. 363 Broadway, Corner Franklin-st.

1858 October 21. New York Daily Tribune. (New York, New York.) October 21, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 5460, P. 7.

The Diaphaneotype. This, the most beautiful and truthful style of oil colored Photograph yet produced, was originally introduced, and is made in all its exquisite perfection at the Root Gallery Only.

Specimens made at this Establishment on exhibition. Gallery No. 363 Broadway, corner of Franklin-st. T. Faris, Proprietor.

1858 October 21. New York Daily Tribune. (New York, New York.) October 21, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 5460, P. 7.

Highly Complimentary To The Root Gallery.—The fact of a rival establishment placing on exhibition Pictures made at our Gallery is an evidence that our efforts to perfect the beautiful art of Photography is duly appreciated.

The Diaphaneotype introduced and made only at the Root Gallery, No. 363 Broadway, corner of Franklin-st. T. Faris, Proprietor.

1859 October 8. New York Daily Tribune. (New York, New York.) October 8, 1859, Vol. XIX, No. 5760, P. 3.

Root Photographic Gallery. T. Faris, Proprietor. No. 363 Broadway, corner of Franklin-st. Photographs in every style. Daguerreotypes, Ivorytypes, &c.

Advertisement ran on October 8 to 14 & October 18 to 29, 1859.

1859 November 12. New York Daily Tribune. (New York, New York.) November 12, 1859, Vol. XIX, No. 5790, P. 7.

The Root Gallery of Photographic Art, No. 363 Broadway, corner of Franklin-st. T. Faris, Proprietor.

Photographs in every style, Daguerreotypes, Ivorytypes, &c.

Advertisement ran from November 12 to 22, 1859.

1859 December 13. New York Daily Tribune. (New York, New York.) December 13, 1859, Vol. XIX, No. 5816, P. 7.

Ivorytypes! Ivorytypes!! This most beautiful, durable and appropriate picture for Holiday Presents is made in superior style at the Root Gallery, No. 363 Broadway, corner of Franklin-st., T. Faris, proprietor.

Although we were the first to present this style of picture to the public of New-York, we have not the extreme modesty to claim that they are made only at our gallery, as do some others.

What has become of the Hallotype?

[1] Recorded in Ohio Photographers 1839-1900.

Fanicke, A.

April 16, 2025Daguerreian Stock and MaterialsA. Fanicke, Brooklyn New York, Daguerrean apparatus, Daguerreotype Chemicals, Fanicle & Kraft, Pacific Chemical Laboratorypioneeramericanphotographers

1852 Vanderbilt and Charlton avenue, Brooklyn, New York.

1852 December 16. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 16, 1852, Whole No. 7350, P. 1.

Pacific Chemical Laboratory, Pacific street, between Vanderbilt and Charlton avenue,

Brooklyn.—Office No. 11 Wall street, third floor, room No. 16.—A. Fanicke & Kraft, manufacturers of pure chemicals. Reagents daguerreotype apparatus, acids, ethers, ammonia, metallic oxides, and other fine chemicals, &c….

Falkner, Benjamin F.

April 15, 2025Ambrotypes, DaguerreotypesAmbrotypist, Benjamin F. Falkner, Daguerreotypist, Falkner & Pennington, Hartsock & Falkner, Tiffin Ohiopioneeramericanphotographers

1858-1859 Rooms in Shawhan’s New Building, South West corner from the Court House, Tiffin, Ohio.

1859 Rooms in Shawhan’s New Building, opposite J. M. Naylor’s Hardware Sore, Tiffin, Ohio.

1859 Rooms over the Bank of Tiffin, Tiffin, Ohio.

1858 October 29. The Tiffin Tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio.) October 29, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 4, P. 2.

List of Premiums. Awarded at the 8^th annual Fair of the Seneca County Agricultural Society…Class 15^th—Fine Arts….

Tunison & Fay, Display Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes 1^st Premium, $2.00

E. M. Collins, Display Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes 2d premium, $1.00

Hartsock & Falkner, Display Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes, Discretionary, Diploma.

Tunison & Fay, Display of Photographs and Spherotypes, $2.00.

1858 December 24. The Tiffin Tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio.) December 24, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 14, P. 2.

Ho! For Holiday Presents! Go To Hartsock and Falkner’s Mammoth Ambrotype Picture Gallery! And get a correct Likeness of yourself, and give it to your friend for a New Year’s Present! Shawhan’s New Building, South-West corner from the Court House, Tiffin, O.

Advertisement ran from December 24, 1858 to January 7, 1859.

1859 April 8. The Tiffin Tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio.) April 8, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 26, P. 2.

Ambrotyping! Hartsock & Falkner Take this method of informing their friends and old customers that they are still taking those inimitable Pictures!

Those who want a good sharp life-like picture of themselves, or friends, will be accommodated by giving us a call at our Mammoth Gallery! Where we are taking the latest and most fashionable styles of Pictures, at prices suiting to the hard times.

Special Attention Is called to M. M. Griswold’s celebrated Colored Ambrotype.

This style of Picture took the First Premium at the State Fair, at Sandusky City.

It excels all others for beauty neatness and durability.

A cordial invitation is given to Ladies and Gentlemen to call and examine on different styles of Pictures.

Rooms in Shawhan’s Block, opposite J. M. Naylor’s Hardware store. Hartsock & Falkner.

Instructions given in the Art on reasonable terms.

Advertisement ran from April 8 to 29, 1859.

1859 May 13. The Tiffin Weekly Tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio.) May 13, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 32, P. 3.

Ambrotyping! Hartsock & Falkner Take this method of informing their friends and old customers that they are still taking those inimitable Pictures!

Special Attention Is called to M. M. Griswold’s celebrated Colored Ambrotype.

This style of Picture took the First Premium at the State Fair, at Sandusky City.

It excels all others for beauty neatness and durability.

A cordial invitation is given to Ladies and Gentlemen to call and examine on different styles of Pictures.

Rooms in Shawhan’s Block, opposite J. M. Naylor’s Hardware store. Hartsock & Falkner.

Instructions given in the Art on reasonable terms. Tiffin, April 8^th, 1859.

Advertisement ran from May 13 to August 12, 1859.

1859 August 19. The Tiffin Weekly Tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio.) August 19, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 45, P. 3.

Falkner & Pennington have formed a copartnership in the Daguerreotype business.—Their Gallery is over the Bank of Tiffin. See their advertisement.

1859 August 19. The Tiffin Weekly Tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio.) August 19, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 45, P. 2.

Ambrotyping Photographs! Falkner & Pennington, Take this method of informing their friends and old customers that they have purchased a full life size instrument, which is well calculated to take large groups.

Pictures! Those who want a good sharp life-like picture of themselves, or friends, will be accommodated by giving us a call at our Mammoth Gallery, Where we are taking the largest and most fashionable styles of Pictures, at prices suiting to the hard times.

Special attention Is called to M. M. Griswold’s celebrated Colored Ambrotypes. This style of Picture took the First Premium at the State Fair, at Sandusky City. It excels all others for beauty neatness and durability.

A cordial invitation is given to Ladies and Gentlemen to call and examine on, different styles Pictures.

Rooms in Shawhan’s Block, formerly occupied by Hartsock & Falkner. Falkner & Pennington.

Instruction given in the Art on reasonable terms. Tiffin, April 8^th, 1859.

Advertisement ran from August 19 to December 30, 1859.

1859 September 30. The Tiffin Weekly Tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio.) September 30, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 51, P. 3.

The Seneca Co. Fair opened up on Wednesday…Floral Hall…Here we noticed some fine specimens of art from the Daguerrean galleries of Falkner & Pennington.

1859 October 14. The Tiffin Weekly Tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio.) October 14, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 1, P. 2.

List of Premiums Awarded at the 9^th annual Fair of the Seneca County Agricultural Society….Class 15th—Fine Arts.

Best display of Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes, Tunison & Fay, 1^st Prem. OF 2.

2d Best display of Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes, Falkner & Pennington, 2d Prem. 1.

Fales, Charles

April 14, 2025Daguerreotypes, PhotographsCharles Fales, Daguerreotypist, New Bedford Massachusetts, Photographerpioneeramericanphotographers

1848 22 Cheapside, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1849 22 Cheapside, New Bedford, Massachusetts.[1]

1852 62 Purchase, New Bedford, Massachusetts.¹

1853-1855 62 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1856 62 Purchase, New Bedford, Massachusetts.¹

1859 Purchase & Elm, New Bedford, Massachusetts.¹

1861-1862 62 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1864 64 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1865 64 Purchase, New Bedford, Massachusetts.¹

1867 Purchase, New Bedford, Massachusetts.¹

1848 May 19. The New Bedford Mercury. (New Bedford, Massachusetts.) May 19, 1848, Vol. XLI, Whole No. 2121, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures, Only One Dollar! Mr. Fales respectfully gives notice that he has fitted up a suit of rooms in elegant style, and is prepared to take Daguerreotype Likenesses, not to be surpassed by any in this part of the country, (no excepting those having a “Miniature Steam Engine,” Mr. F. invites an examination and comparison of his Pictures with those of any other establishment.

Thankful for the very liberal patronage he has heretofore received, he hopes by strict attention to business to merit approbation of the public. Charles Fales, No. 22 Cheapside, opposite City Hall.

N. B. All descriptions of Lockets and Cases always on hand, at low prices.

Advertisement ran from May 19 to June 16, 1848.

1848 October 20. The New Bedford Mercury. (New Bedford, Massachusetts.) October 20, 1848, Vol. XLI, Whole No. 2143, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Likenesses For One Dollar. The subscriber respectfully informs his friends and the public that he has procured one of the most powerful and complete Instruments for taking Likenesses to be found in any establishment in this part of the country.—His Rooms have been fitted with all the improvements necessary for taking Correct and Beautiful Pictures. Every article made use of in the business, such as Plates, Cases, Frames, Chemicals, &c. constantly on hand, at very low prices. Charles Fales, No. 23 Cheapside, Opposite City Hall.

1853 February 22. Whaleman’s Shipping List and Merchants Transcript. (New Bedford, Massachusetts.) February 22, 1853, Vol. XI, No. 51, P. 2.

Charles Fales’ Daguerrian Gallery at 62 Purchase street, is as good a place as any in the city for securing a life-like miniature. Captains, mates, boatsteerers and seamen who would like to leave their memory behind them, should visit Mr. Fales, who will see to it that they are remembered in their absence.

1853 February 22. Whaleman’s Shipping List and Merchants Transcript. (New Bedford, Massachusetts.) February 22, 1853, Vol. XI, No. 51, P. 3.

Charles Fales, Daguerrian Gallery, No. 62 Purchase St., New Bedford, Mass. The Subscriber having one of the most convenient Galleries in New Bedford furnished with Superior Apparatus, Machinery &c., is furnishing Daguerreotypes that Cannot Be Surpassed By any in the world, in Quality, Cheapness, and Durability.

Portraits taken of any size required, and at prices varying from $1 to $10, each.

Persons about going to sea, who wish a faithful and durable picture of themselves or friends, are invited to call at 62 Purchase street. Charles Fales.

Advertisement ran from February 22, 1853 to February 20, 1855.

1853 November 1. The Daily Evening Standard. (New Bedford, Massachusetts.) Novemberv 1, 1853, Vol. IV, No. 221, P. 2.

Robbery.—The Daguerreotype establishment of Mr. Charles Fales, in Chase’s Block, 62 Purchase street, was broken into, last night, and robbed of lockets and other articles to the amount of $75. There is good reason to believe that there is an organized gang of burglars among us. They should be ferreted out.

1861 November 19. The Daily Evening Standard. (New Bedford, Massachusetts.) November 19, 1861, Vol. XII, No. 235, P. 3.

Photographic Art Gallery. Call and examine the fine specimens in Photography which are now being produced at the rooms of Charles Fales, No. 62 Purchase street. They are Pictures which speak for themselves without any of the unnecessary puffing now in vogue with many artists.

1862 April 4. The Daily Evening Standard. (New Bedford, Massachusetts.) April 4, 1862, Vol. XIII, No. 41, P. 2.

Fire On Purchase Street.—The alarm of fire about half past four o’clock yesterday morning was caused by fire being discovered in the three story wooden building corner of Purchase and Elm streets, The Hall in the third story is occupied as an armory of the Home Guard organization, and it being used for drill the evening before it is supposed the fire must have caught from cigar stumps being thrown into a spit-box filled with saw-dust. The fire burnt through the floor into a room occupied by Miss. Raymond, dress maker, whose apartment ware badly damaged both by fire and water. The firemen were promptly on the spot, and floods of water were poured into the building, more damage being done by water than fire. The second floor was occupied by Dr. Spencer, and Charles Fales, ambrotypist…

1862 December 24. Daily Evening Standard. (New Bedford, Massachusetts.) December 24, 1862, Vol. XIII, No. 265, P. 2.

Charles Fales, of this city, who enlisted in the jones Guards, has returned, having been discharged for disability.

1864 August 27. Daily Evening Standard. (New Bedford, Massachusetts.) August 27, 1864, Vol. XV, No. 165, P. 2.

No Deception. Photographs! Photographs! 1 doz. Carte de Visite Pictures for the low price of $2—half doz. For $1, taken at 64 Purchase st., and warranted to be equal to any taken in the city. Clubs of 25 can have eight pictures for $1.

Now is the chance for persons wanting pictures to get them at a low price, for the next sixty days. Chas. Fales.

1864 October 26. Daily Evening Standard. (New Bedford, Massachusetts.) October 26, 1864, Vol. XV, No. 219, P. 2.

Photographs! Photographs! No Rise in the Price of Carte de Visite Pictures. I will warrant as good Pictures for $2 per dozen as an taken in the city at higher prices. $1 for six; $2 per dozen. Charles Fales, 64 Purchase.

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

Fahnstock, Doctor

April 13, 2025DaguerreotypesDaguerreotypist, Damant & Fahnstock, James Damant, Lancaster Pennsylvaniapioneeramericanphotographers

1842 Address Unknown, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

1842 January 25. The Age and Lancaster Weekly Gazette. (Lancaster, Pennsylvania.) January 25, 1842, Vol. II, No. 4, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Likenesses. James Damant & Doctor Fahnestock, Beg to inform their friends and the public, that they are prepared to take Daguerreotype Likenesses in a superior Style.

Specimens may be seen at the office of Doctor Fahnestock.

Advertisement ran from January 25 to February 8, 1842.

Fabreguettes Fils, Eugene

April 12, 2025Daguerreian Stock and Materials, RetailerDaguerreotype Plates, Eugene Fabreguettes Fils, Fabreuettes & Morra, New York City, Retailerpioneeramericanphotographers

1840-1847 61 Maiden Lane, Up Stairs, New York, New York.

1848-1852 73 William Street, Up Stairs, New York, New York.

1850 July 3. The Evening Post. (New York, New York.) July 3, 1850, Vol. XLVII, P. 2.

French Fancy Articles. E. Fabreguettes Fils & Morra, 73 William Street (Up Stairs.) Would call the particular attention of buyers of Fancy Goods at wholesale, to their large and well selected stock; in it may be found a complete assortment of Purses, Suspenders, Guard Chains, Percussion Caps, Tooth Brushes, Bags, Studs, Brooches, Finger Rings, Agate Buttons, Twist and Dressing Combs, Game Bags, Power and Liquor Flasks, Daguerreotype Plates[1], Steel Beads, Tassels, Buckles and Slides, Oiled Silks, Fans, Gold Scales and Accordeons, of their own superior quality and make, each one of which is guaranteed to purchasers in perfect tone and finish. Also constantly on hand, Paris Calf Skins of all the manufacturers, in entire cases only.

Orders solicited for any description of Paris fancy goods and executed by their house in Paris, Rue Faubourg, St. Denis 23.

Advertisement ran from July 3 to September 3, 1850.

1852 July 20. The Evening Post. (New York, New York.) July 20, 1852, Vol. LI, P. 2.

French Fancy Goods Adapted to the Fall Trade. Hughes, Dupuy & Crehange, Successors to E. Fabreguettes Fils & Morra…

1840. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1840/1841, Published by Thomas Longworth.

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-55 Laight.

1841. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1841/1842, Published by Thomas Longworth.

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-55 Laight.

1842. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1842/1843, Published by John Doggett.