Category Archives: Daguerreotypes

Webster & Tileston

Albatypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, Sphereotype, , , , , ,

1856-1857                   Bray’s Building, Evansville, Indiana.

Webster & Tileston (Edward Z. Webster & William W. Tileston) were recorded in one advertisement in The Evansville Daily Journal (Evansville, Indiana).   The advertisement ran from November 19, 1856 to April 2, 1857.  Webster’s Sphereotypes, Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, Callodiotypes.  And all other styles of Heliographic Pictures can be obtained at Webster & Tileston’s Gallery in Bray’s Building, at prices ranging from One Dollar up.

Please call soon, as Webster’s time is limited.  W. & T.

Webster & Tileston are both recorded in other photographic directories but not as partners.

Webber & Lancey

Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1850                Lemist’s Building, over Dr. Webber’s Dentistry Rooms, Roxbury, Massachusetts

Webber & Lancey (Cushing Webber & Samuel F. Lancey, Jr.) were recorded in one advertisement that appeared in the Norfolk County Journal (Roxbury, Massachusetts) on October 19.  Dissolution of Copartnership.  The Copartnership heretofore existing between Webber & Lancey, is this day dissolved by mutual consent.  The business of the late firm will be settled by Cushing Webber.  C. Webber, S. F. Lancey, Jr. Roxbury, Oct. 2d, 1850.

Cushing Webber is not recorded in other photographic directories, Samuel F. Lancey, Jr. is recorded in other directories as being active in Roxbury from 1849 to 1856.

Mrs. Weaver

Daguerreotypes, ,

1853                Town Hall, New Lisbon, Ohio

Mrs. Weaver was recorded in one announcement in the Anti-Slavery Bugle (New-Lisbon, Ohio) on March 12, 1853.  Mrs. Weaver’s Daguerreotypes.—call at the Town Hall and see them before you sit any where else.  Mrs. W. is just beginning in business, but her pictures give assurance of rare success.

Mrs. Weaver is not recorded in other photographic directories.

H.P. Weaver

Daguerreotypes, ,

1856                Reporters Building, Third Story, Dover, Delaware.

H.P. Weaver appeared in two advertisement and mentioned in a third in the Delaware State Reporter (Dover, Delaware).  The First appeared on August 29, 1856.  Daguerreotypes.  The subscriber having taken for a short time a room in the Third Story of the Reporter Building, would respectfully announce to the citizens of Dover, that he is ready to furnish them with pictures for Fifty Cents and upwards!

Pictures inserted in Lockets and old cases for reasonable terms.  Satisfaction warranted,  H. P. Weaver.  Sept 29.

The second ran from September 2 to November 11, 1856.  Daguerreotypes.  The subscriber having taken for a short time a room in the Third Story of the Reporter Building, would respectfully announce to the citizens of Dover, that he is ready to furnish them with pictures for Fifty Cents and upwards!

Children under five, $1.00.

Pictures inserted in Lockets and old cases for reasonable terms.  Satisfaction warranted,  H. P. Weaver. 

The third advertisement appeared on January 2, 1857.  Daguerreotypes.  A Card.—To The Public. The undersigned, having purchased the entire stock and fixtures of the Daguerrean establishment of H.P. Weaver, will continue the business at the same rooms in the Reporter building.  His pictures are guaranteed to be equal, if not superior, to those taken by the best artists in the country.  Particular attention is invited to a new assortment of elegant cases, of the latest styles and richest designs, suitable as gifts for any occasion.  Call and examine them.

Pictures being warranted to give satisfaction, he hopes to receive, in his new vocation, a liberal share of patronage from his friends and the public generally.  Terms moderate.  Wm. Kirk, Reporter Building, Dover.  dec26.

H.P. Weaver is recorded in A Directory Of Delaware Photographers 1839-1900 And Beyond. (Published in 2018.)by William A. McKay

Watson

Daguerreotypes, ,

1856                251 Broadway, New York, New York.[1]

Watson was recorded in the Photographic and fine Arts Journal (New York, New York) on   January 1, 1856 in an article entitled the Photographic Galleries of America.  Number One, New York. The author visited 69 Galleries in New York City.

Watson’s, formerly Plumb’s — Most of the specimens I believe were taken by Plumb. There was therefore little to judge from. I believe, however, this artist possesses merit.

Watson is recorded in other photographic directories but is recorded here because of the first hand account of his work.    

[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.

Watson

Daguerreotypes, Retailer, , ,

1847                192 Broadway, corner of John Street, New York, New York.

Watson was recorded in one advertisement that ran from September 23 to 29, 1847 in the New York Daily Tribune (New York, New York).   Daguerreotype.  Voightlander’s tubes of all sizes; plates, cases, chemicals, and apparatus of superior quality for sale at Watson’s Daguerreotype Depot, 192 Broadway, corner of John st.

Mr. W. has recently made some great improvements of the art, by which likenesses are produced unsurpassed in this or any other country.

Watson is not recorded in other photographic directories.  Having looked at the1846/1847; 1847/1848 and the 1848/1849 New York City Directories no listing for Watson as a daguerreotypist, supplier of daguerreotype materials appeared, nor did the 192 Broadway address appear or anything close to the address as a business or residence.

Watson

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , ,

1858                Rooms Over the Drug Store, Glasgow, Missouri.

Watson was recorded in one advertisement that ran from June 3 to 10, 1858 in the Glasgow Weekly Times (Glasgow, Missouri).  Over The Drug Store. 

Dwellers in Glasgow! How little you know

The power of thy arts, whose glories I sing,

For they’re wafted to all, by breezes that blow,

From perennial lands of soft gentle spring,

For the Goddess of science has stopped in her flight

To deposit with us a gifted fair and bright!

And what do you think her majesty gave?

The “Camera Tube” that picture the brave,

The young or the old, the lovely and fair,

Oh really good gracious what a blessing it are.

Daguerreotypes Bright,

And Photographs right,

That index the face as truly as life:

With Ambrotypes new,

So faithful and true,

To picture the husband, son, daughter and wife.

Secure the shadow, ere the substance fade,

For time will cast o’er all a deeper shade,

And life-like ties soon be broken,

And farewell words yet to be spoken.

Now Watson’s Rooms are just the place,

To get a copy of your face;

They keep all right forever

And ne’er will dim, no never!

Come and see—

The sight is free!

Call All, At Watson’s.

Watson is not recorded in other photographic directories as being active in Glasgow, Missouri. 

Dr. Watson

Daguerreotypes, ,

1850                Address Unknown, Holly Springs, Mississippi.

Dr. Watson was recorded in one announcement that appeared on June 20, 1850 in the Holly Springs Gazette (Holly Springs, Mississippi).  Life vs. Death!  Man’s superiority over others of animals is apparent, from the influence his mind is capable of exerting upon generations which succeed him.  Not less surprising is it, perhaps, that by means of Chemical action upon polished metal, in the production of a Daguerreotype, he is enabled to transmit his good looks, physical appearance, and even a “fac simile” of his own happy and intellectual countenance, to his posterity for generations to come.

Dr. Watson has gone North to procure a Daguerrean apparatus, and a fine stock of materials For taking Pictures.  He will return to Holly Springs in a fortnight, and open a Gallery at the Daguerrean Room adjoining the Gazette office, where he will be prepared to take the very best pictures, in the most neat, elegant and fancy style.  He will obligate himself to give entire satisfaction to those who are pleased with their own faces, or charge nothing for sitting.  This is a favorable opportunity for those who have not had their pictures taken, to do so , while the bloom of health is on the cheek, and the high hopes and bright anticipations animate and enliven the countenance—seize the shadow, e’re the substance fade, wither and die.

This subject should engage the attention of every reflecting mind.  No person can tell, when he may be called upon to “vamos the ranche,” and he should have his picture, as when blooming in health, to leave with those who lie near his heart, and around whom the best affections of that heart are entwined.

Those wishing fine pictures, neatly executed, we think would do well to call at the Young Bachelor’s Daguerrean Gallery.  Holly Springs, June 6, 1850

Dr. Watson is not recorded in other photographic directories.

Watson & Ryder

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1849                37 Owego Street, Ithaca, New York.

Watson & Ryder (Watson & James F. Ryder) were recorded in three advertisements and one announcement in the Ithaca Journal and Advertiser (Ithaca, New York).  The first advertisement ran from March 21 to April 25, 1849.  Ithaca Daguerrean Gallery, No. 37 Owego-Street.  Watson and Ryder Would most respectfully announce to the citizens of Ithaca and vicinity that they have opened a permanent Daguerrean Gallery, for the purpose of taking Correct Likenesses.

These Miniatures are taken by one of the best German Achromatic Lens, giving them a life-like expression, and by an access of chlorine vapor which places them beyond all fears of fading, so common to those taken by most Daguerrean operators, it also gives them Strength and Beauty not surpassed by Oil Paintings, or Steel Engravings. 

The most artistical skill will be given as to position, also in equalizing the light and shade so as to give it a very life like expression, entirely obviating that flat, cadaverous appearance so common to Daguerreotypes.

Likenesses taken after death, if desired.  Miniature set in Frames, Cases, Lockets, Bracelets, Pins, Rings, etc.

The public are invited to call and examine specimens in the art.  Rooms open from 8 o’clock a. m. to 6 o’clock p. m.                                                

The announcement appeared on April 4, 1849.  We wou’d call the attention of our readers to the advertisement of Messrs. Watson & Ryder, in another column, who have established a permanent Daguerrean Gallery in this village.  We have lately had the pleasure of examining in their Gallery, the most beautiful and life-like Miniature Likeness we have ever seen.  Our citizens have only to visit this establishment to become satisfied of the fact.

The second advertisement ran from May 2 to July 25, 1849.  Dollar Daguerrean Gallery, No. 37 Owego-Street.  Watson and Ryder Would most respectfully announce to the citizens of Ithaca and vicinity that they have opened a permanent Daguerrean Gallery, for the purpose of taking Correct Likenesses.

These Miniatures are taken by one of the best German Achromatic Lens, giving them a life-like expression, and by an access of chlorine vapor which places them beyond all fears of fading, so common to those taken by most Daguerrean operators, it also gives them Strength and Beauty not surpassed by Oil Paintings, or Steel Engravings. 

The most artistical skill will be given as to position, also in equalizing the light and shade so as to give it a very life like expression, entirely obviating that flat, cadaverous appearance so common to Daguerreotypes.

Likenesses taken after death, if desired.  Miniature set in Frames, Cases, Lockets, Bracelets, Pins, Rings, etc.

The public are invited to call and examine specimens in the art.  Rooms open from 8 o’clock a. m. to 6 o’clock p. m.                                    

The third advertisement ran from August 1 to 15, 1849.  Watson & Ryder Daguerrian Artists.  Thankful for the liberal patronage of late extended them, would announce to the citizens of Ithaca and vicinity that they still continue to take, from 8 o’clock a. m. to 5 p. m. Perfect Daguerreotype Miniatures, With all the latest improvements, at the “Permanent Daguerrean Gallery,” No. 37 Owego st.—3 doors west of Seymour’s Hotel.

The highly improved construction of their instruments, & the aid of valuable recipes lately procured from the best operators in the union, together with practical experience enables them to give the most perfect satisfaction.

Please call and examine specimens.

Instructions carefully given on Moderate terms.  Also for sale all the chemicals and apparatus used in the art.                                                                   

Watson & Ryder are recorded in other photographic directories.

L. S. Watkins

Daguerreotypes, ,

1848                Rooms at the Jamaica Hotel, Jamaica, New York.

L. S. Watkins was recorded in one advertisement that ran from June 6 to 20, 1848 in the Long Island Farmer, and Queens County Advertiser (Jamaica, New York).  Daguerreotype Miniatures!  L. S. Watkins, respectfully announces to the citizens of Jamaica that he has taken rooms at the Jamaica Hotel, where he proposes to remain a short time, and is now prepared to take Colored Photographic Miniatures, after the latest improved Daguerrean Process.

Portraits taken by the above improved process, are possessed of a degree of truth and beauty, seldom, if ever, seen among the works of art.

Prices, from $1.00 to $3.00 according to size, style, etc. 

Impressions taken from Portraits and Engravings.                                        

L. S. Watkins is not recorded in other photographic directories.