Category Archives: Daguerreotypes

Abraham G. Demarest

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1855                Bleecker, Corner Amos Street, New York, New York.                                            1856                326 Bleecker Street, New York, New York.[1]

Abraham G. Demarest was recorded in an advertisement that ran four times between November 7 – 17, 1855 in the New York Daily Tribune (New York, New York).  Cheap Daguerreotypes at Demarest’s old Gallery, Bleecker, cor. Amos streets. Extra-large size Daguerreotypes for fifty cents, equal in quality to those charged five dollars for elsewhere.  These Pictures are beautifully colored, and inserted in a handsome case, and warranted not to fade.  Give them a trial.  Demarest, Bleecker cor. Amos streets

On January 1, 1856 he was listed in the Photographic and fine Arts Journal (New York, New York.        In an article entitled the Photographic Galleries of America.  Number One, New York. The author visited 69 Galleries in New York City.

Demarest. A. G.—The general style of daguerreotypes. Very little artistic merit. Why do not daguerreotypists cultivate such an interest in the art as will lead them to exhibit no specimens of their ability which are not really meritorious. It were better their rooms were empty.

Abraham G. Demarest is recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry, but is recorded here because of the firsthand account in the Photographic and fine Arts Journal.

[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.

 

William H. Deehong (DeShong)

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1859                Whitehall Street, Atlanta, Georgia.[1]

William H. Deehong  (DeShong) was recorded in an announcement on November 19, 1859 in The Daily Exchange (Baltimore, Maryland).  Atlanta, Nov. 17.—A fire broke out here last night at 11 o’clock and burnt until 2 o’clock this morning, consuming much valuable property.  It originated in a drug store, near Shackelford’s auction room, and burnt to the Fulton Bank.  The Intelligencer newspaper office is in ruins, and two of the next blocks up Whitehall Street.  The flames then spread from Markum corner up Alabama street to Down’s grocery, and thence up Whitehall street to Holbrook’s hat store.  The principal property destroyed was…Deehong’s daguerreotype gallery…

The same announcement also ran in The Daily Dispatch (Richmond, Virginia).  William H. DeShong is recorded in in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry and Early Georgia Photographers, 1841–1861: a Biographical Checklist, Compiled by E. Lee Eltzroth.

[1] Address from Early Georgia Photographers, 1841–1861: a Biographical Checklist, Compiled by E. Lee Eltzroth

 

C. Deall (C. Devall)

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1852-1853       Rooms Third Street near the Market, Baton-Rouge, Louisiana.

C. Deall (Devall) was recorded in an advertisement that ran from December 25,1852 to January 29, 1853 in the Baton-Rouge Gazette (Baton-Rouge, Louisiana).  Devall’s Daguerrean Rooms. Third Street near the Market.  C. Deall, respectfully informs the public that his rooms are now in readiness for the reception of visitors, whose likenesses he is prepared to take, in superior style, either singly or in groups.  Please call and examine.

C. Deall (Devall) is not recorded in other photographic directories.

J. De La Montanye

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1848                Rooms at the Court House, Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.

J. De La Montanye was recorded in an announcement on August 10, 1848 in the Jefferson Republican (Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania). Daguerreotype Portraits. Mr. J. De La Montanye, of New York, is now in Stroudsburg, and will remain for a few days, for the purpose of taking miniatures by the Daguerreotype process.  We have examined several likenesses taken by Mr. M., and we do not hesitate  in saying that they are superior to any ever taken in this place, and persons wishing to transmit their physiognomy to posterity, just as it is, should not leave the present opportunity pass by.  There is no mistake about the Daguerreotype, we have seen it tried.  If any one wishes to satisfy himself in this matter, let him call on Mr. M. now at the Court House, who will be happy to attend to all request of this nature.

J. De La Montanye is not recorded in other photographic directories.

John De Barnes

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1856                363 Broadway, New York, New York.                                                                            1856                585 Broadway, New York, New York.

John De Barnes was recorded in an advertisement on December 11, 1856 in the New York Daily Tribune (New York, New York).  Daguerreotypes.—The best Daguerreotypes made in this city are by John De Banes (formerly of Root’s Gallery), now at the head of this department at Fredericks’s Magnificent Gallery, No. 585 Broadway, opposite Metropolitan Hotel.

John De Barnes is not recorded in other photographic directories.

Dawson

Daguerreotypes, ,

1856                Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Dawson was recorded on April 1, 1856 in the Photographic and fine Arts Journal (New York, New York).  In an article entitled the Photographic Galleries of America.  Number Two, Philadelphia. The author visited 57 Galleries in Philadelphia.

Dawson, Chestnut St. — Mediocre artist. I noticed nothing but daguerreotypes, there were a few which were respectable but dimness and want of cleanness of the glasses destroyed their effect.

Dawson is recorded in Directory of Pennsylvania Photographers 1839-1900 and Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

Joseph D. Davis

Daguerreotypes, ,

1856                263 Fulton Street, New York New York.[1]

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

Davis—Some of the specimens look well. No doubt pretty fair pictures can be obtained here.

Joseph D. Davis is recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

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

John W. Davis

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , ,

1856                Rooms in Ammons’ Brick Building, corner Fourth and Market Streets,                                              Lewisburg, Pennsylvania.

John W. Davis was recorded in an advertisement that ran from April 11 to May 2, 1856 in the Lewisburg Chronicle (Lewisburg, Pennsylvania).  Daguerreotypes.  John W. Davis, having taken a room in Ammons’ large three storey brick building, corner Fourth and Market streets, would respectfully invite the citizens of Lewisburg, and vicinity, to call at his establishment, and examine his specimens.  From his long experience in the art, in connection with one of the best artists in the country, he flatters himself that he can give general satisfaction.  Having gone to great expense in procuring the largest size and best made instruments, he is prepared to take Life-like Daguerreotypes, Crayons, Crystalotypes, Stereoscopic Pictures.

John W. Davis is not recorded in other photographic directories.  Craig’s Daguerreian Registry does list a John W. Davis in Sumter, South Carolina in 1859, but it is unknown if they are the same person.

J. Wistar Davis

Daguerreotypes, ,

1846                Rooms in the Franklin Building, N. E. corner of North and Baltimore Streets,                                Baltimore Maryland.                                                                                                            1846                Rooms, Nos. 14 & 15 Franklin Buildings, N. E. corner of North and Baltimore                                  Streets, Baltimore, Maryland.                                                                                            1847-1849     Rooms, Nos. 14 & 15 Franklin Buildings, corner of North and Baltimore                                           Streets, Baltimore, Maryland.[1]

J. Wistar Davis was recorded in two advertisements in 1846. The first advertisement ran from December 5 to 19, 1846 in the American Republican and Baltimore Daily Clipper (Baltimore, Maryland). Davis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, (Late Porter’s,) In Franklin Buildings, N. E. corner of North and Baltimore streets, Entrance in North Street, opposite the Patriot office.

Likenesses taken in clear or cloudy weather, and warranted not to fade.  Hours of operating from 8 A. M. to 5 P. M.

Having taken the rooms recently occupied by Mr. Porter and caused them to be remodeled, refitted and the arrangement of light greatly improved, the subscriber is now prepared to execute correct and elegant Daguerreotype Portraits, both Singly and in Groups.  Possessing a thorough knowledge of the art, and extensive practical experience in Chemistry, (having been, for several years, joint proprietor of J. W. & R. W. Davis’ Drug and Chemical Establishment,) together with superior instruments, apparatus and materials, and determined to spare no efforts to please, the subscriber confidently hopes for a share of the public patronage.  A small Boy wanted—apply as above. J. Wistar Davis.

The second advertisement ran from December 21 to 31, 1846 in the American Republican and Baltimore Daily Clipper (Baltimore, Maryland).  Davis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, Nos. 14 & 15 Franklin Buildings, N. E. corner of North and Baltimore streets, Entrance in North Sts.

Likenesses taken in Clear or Cloudy weather, and warranted not to fade.  The proprietor has caused theses rooms to be remodeled, the arrangement of light improved, and possessing superior instruments, and materials, execute correct and elegant Daguerrian Portraits, in the shortest possible time, and at very low prices.  He has just received some handsome new style morocco Cases, well adapted for Holliday Presents.

J. Wistar Davis is listed in Directory of Maryland Photographers 1839-1900 from 1847-1849, and in Craig’s Daguerreian Register from 1847-1850.

[1] Activity dates and address from Directory of Maryland Photographers, 1839-1900.  By Ross J. Kelbaugh.

Davis & Cowee

Daguerreotypes, ,

1852                Address Unknown, Warren, Massachusetts.

Davis & Cowee were recorded in an announcement that ran on April 1, 1852 in the Daily Republican (Springfield, Massachusetts).  Notice to Daguerreotypists.  The subscribers offer for sale one of their first class Daguerreotype saloons.  If applied for immediately, it will be sold cheap.  Said Saloon is built in the best style, and completely furnished.—For particulars, address Davis & Cowee, Warren, Mass.

Davis & Cowee were not recorded in A Directory of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900 or other photographic directories.