Category Archives: Daguerreotypes

Eaton, Asa B.

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1859                62 Plummer’s Building, Elm Street, Manchester, New Hampshire.

1859 December 20.  The Union Democrat.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  December 20, 1859, Vol. 9, No. 446, P. 3.

Eaton’s Gallery of Art 62bPlummer’s Building, Elm St., Is the place where you may obtain Photographs, Ambrotypes, And Daguerreotypes Of a superior quality.  Mr. Eaton has had long years of experience in the art.  He has been employed in some of the best rooms in Boston, which has given him an extensive practice, as well as a thorough knowledge of Photographic Chemistry.  His Gallery was fitted expressly for and under the direction [of] himself, and is the pleasantest in the city.  His facilities for light are the best in the State, (having both sky and side light)  he uses none but the best instruments, and employs none but the best artists.  Old Daguerreotypes enlarged and copied in Photography, and colored by the best artists in Boston at short notice.

Advertisement ran on December 20 & 27, 1859.

Eastman, Walter B.

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1847                Court Street, corner Howard Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1848                11½ Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1849                Address Unknown, Massachusetts.1

1850-1853       2 Blanchard Block, 103 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1854-1864       75 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1847 April 21.  The Boston Daily Bee.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  April 21, 1847, Vol. 10, No. 147, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures for $1.50, At the corner of Court and Howard streets.  Walter B. Eastman would respectfully inform his friends and the public that he has taken rooms as above, where he will warrant a perfect likeness at the above low price, with or without color.

Advertisement ran from April 21 to May 4, 1847.

1847 June 7.  Boston Daily Star.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  Vol. 4, No. 498, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures For $1 50, at the corner of Court and Howard Streets.  Walter B. Eastman Would respectfully inform his friends and the public that he has taken rooms as above, where he will warrant a perfect likeness at the above Low Price, with or without color.

Advertisement ran from June 7 to October 2, 1847.

1851-1852.  Boston Directory.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  P. 27.  Published by George Adams, 1851.

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W. B. Eastman’s Daguerrian Gallery, No. 103 Court St., Blanchard’s Building, Boston.

1852-1853.  Boston Directory.   (Boston, Massachusetts.)  P. 35.  Published by George Adams, 1852.

W. B. Eastman’s Daguerrean Gallery, 2 Blanchard’s Building, Court Street, 4 Doors West of Hanover, Boston.  Perfect Satisfaction Given.

Ca, 1854-1864.  Information from a daguerreotype in Chris Steele’s collection

Ninth plate daguerreotype by Eastman & Co. 75 Court St. [Boston]

Advertising card on reverse. 

“25 Cent Daguerreotypes.  At the Plumbe National Daguerrian Gallery,

No. 75 Court Street, [Boston]

The Oldest Establishment of the kind in New England. 

Founded 1840. 

W. B. Eastman & Co. proprietors.

Copying and all that pertains to the Art done at Low Prices.”

1854 March 8.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 8, 1854, No. 9566, P. 4.

Robbery.  Sunday night last, the daguerreotype saloon of Eastman & Cahil, No. 75 Court street, was entered, it is supposed by picking the lock, and a lot of miniature cases stolen.  Last night, officer A. C. Whitcomb and watchman Jellison, arrested two boys in New Prince street, named Patrick Brawley and John Mahan, on suspicion of being the robbers.  In the pockets of the latter was found a lot of cases, and each had a implement known as a “picklock” in his possession.  They are both known to the Police, and Brawley has already been in State Prison.  In the Police Court, this morning, Mahan was held in $500 for trial in the Municipal Court, and Brawley in $800.

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

Eastman, Charles

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1853                Car on the Common, near the Town House, Claremont, New Hampshire.

1853                Address Unknown, Meriden, New Hampshire.

1855-1857       Farwell’s Block, Claremont, New Hampshire.

1853 March 24.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  March 24, 1853, Vol. XIX, No. XXIII, P. 3.

Sky-Light Daguerreotypes.  The proprietor of the Daguerreotype Saloon would remind the citizens of Claremont and its vicinity that his stay in town is now limited to a short period, so that all wishing a cheap and life-like Daguerreotype of themselves or friends should give him an early call.  He is thankful for the liberal patronage he has already received, and flatters himself that his pictures are giving general satisfaction.

Pictures taken without regard to weather, at the low price of 75 cents.

All pictures taken at this establishment, will be finished in the highest perfection of the art, and warranted not to fade.  They can be set in Cases, Pins, Frames, Bracelets, Rings, Seals, &c.

No one is required to take Miniatures unless they give perfect satisfaction.  Copies taken from Engravings, Paintings and Daguerreotypes.

Saloon stationed on the Common, near the Town House.  Charles Eastman.

Advertisement ran from March 24 to April 14, 1853.

1853 June 30.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  June 30, 1853, Vol. XIX, No. 39, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.  We wish to say to our friends in Meriden and its vicinity, that Mr. Charles Eastman, who is now on a visit to that town, has passed some months in Claremont pursuing his profession.  He has won with us the reputation of a true gentleman and excellent artist, and we bespeak for him a kind reception and the patronage of such as may wish to obtain a lifelike and finished picture of themselves or friends.  We are confident that Mr. Eastman will give you a better Daguerreotype than you can obtain in the city, as he has the materials, taste, ad the great advantage of a clear and pure light, instead of the dusty and smokey atmosphere of the city.

1855 December 20.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  December 20, 1855, Vol. XXII, No. 10, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  The subscriber would respectfully announce to the citizens of Claremont and vicinity, that he will open rooms over the Claremont Bank on Monday, the 24th inst., and will be able to furnish Miniatures on the most desirable terms, and in almost every variety of Cases, Lockets and Frames.  Chas. Eastman.

1855 December 27.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  December 27, 1855, Vol. XXII, No. 11, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Rooms.  The subscriber has opeed his rooms in Farwell’s Block, where he is prepared to furnish friends, former patrons, and all who may want them, with Daguerreotypes In any desired style of the art, put up in almost any description of Case, Locket or Frame, And every Picture Warranted to give Satisfaction.

His assortment of high cost and common Cases, Lockets, and Frames, is greater than has ever before been offered in this County, and is surpassed by that  of but very few, if any, establishment of the kind in New Hampshire.

His Rooms are elegantly furnished, airy and pleasant, and he would invite the public generally to call and examine them, together with his Specimens, Cases, etc.

Landscapes Taken by the Crystalotype process, for sale at his Rooms.  Charles Eastman.

Advertisement ran from December 27, 1855 to March 13, 1856.

1856 March 20.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  March 20, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 23, P. 3.

Eastman’s Daguerreotype Rooms, Farwell’s Bloch, Claremont.

Advertisement ran from March 20, 1856 to October 29, 1857.

1856 May 1.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  May 1, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 29, P. 3.

Ambrotypes!  The subscriber, having secured the services of Mr. Johnson, is now prepared to take Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes,—and—Photographic Views.  Charles Eastman, Farwell’s Block.

Advertisement ran from May 1 to October 2, 1856.

1856 May 1.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  May 1, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 29, P. 3.

Card.  The subscriber would return his acknowledgements to his former patrons for past favors.  He may hereafter be found at the rooms of Charles Eastman, Farwell’s Block where he will be happy to wait upon all who want work in his line.  Levi D. Johnson.

Advertisement ran from May 1 to October 2, 1856.

1856 June 5.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  June 5, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 34, P. 2.

Eastman’s Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, Photographs, Talbotypes, &c., are, to say the least, decidedly in advance of anything yet seen in the country.  He is now taking Ambrotypes of the astonishing size of 10 by 14 inches, of a startling life likeness.  The counterfeit presentment of the [sitter] seems to be bodily and spiritually with you and ready to take part in conversation.  Mr. Eastman, by long and close application has made himself master of his profession, making, himself, many of his sensitive chemicals, and without regard to expense has surrounded himself, at his rooms over the Claremont Bank, with all the appliances and facilities of a city establishment of the first order.  Indeed, there are but few city operatives who can complete with him.

We advise everybody, who can afford it, to have a Cabinet size Ambrotype.  Price from $10 to $15. According to the richness of the setting.  Youth and beauty is fleeting.  Old age and wrinkles come on apace.  Secure the prize while you may and which time will render invaluable.

1856 September 12.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  September 12, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 13, Whole No. 637, P. 3.

Daguerreotype & Ambrotypes, At Eastman’s Daguerreotype Rooms, Farwell’s Block, Claremont, N. H.  Chas. Eastman.

Advertisement ran from September 12, 1856 to October 9, 1857.

1856 September 19.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  September 19, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 14, Whole No. 638, P. 2.

Chas. Eastman, of Claremont, N. H., has one of the most elegant suite of daguerreotype rooms to be found any where in the country.  He is an excellent artist, and our friends in his vicinity would do well to give him a call.

1856 October 16.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  October 16, 1856, Vol. XXIII, No. 1, P. 3.

Photographic Views.  Charles Eastman Has for sale at his Rooms in Farwell’s Block, Photographic Views of several interesting scenes and Public Buildings in Claremont and vicinity, among which is Trinity Church, Claremont.  Those interested are invited to call and see them.

Advertisement ran from October 16, 1856 to January 15, 1857.

1857 January 22.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  January 22, 1857, Vol. XXIII, No. 15, P. 3.

50 Cent Ambrotypes may be had at Eastman’s Rooms, Farwell’s Block, for a short time only. 

Advertisement ran from January 22 to October 29, 1857.

1857 February 6.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  February 6, 1857, Vol. XIII, No. 34, Whole No. 658, P. 3.

50 Cent Ambrotypes may be had at Eastman’s Rooms, Farwell’s Block, for a short time only. 

Advertisement ran from February 6 to October 9, 1857.

Easterly, Thomas M.

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1845                Barrett House, Burlington, Iowa.

1846                Address Unknown, Boonville, Missouri.

1846                Rooms in the Court House, Fayette, Missouri.

1846                Address Unknown, Glasgow, Missouri.

1847                112 Fourth Street, St. Louis, Missouri.

1849-1851       103 Fourth Street, Corner of Olive Streets, St. Louis, Missouri.

1853                71 South East Corner of Fourth and Olive Sts., St. Louis, Missouri.

1854                South East corner of Chestnut & Fourth, Street, St. Louis, Missouri.

1840 January 3.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  January 3, 1840, Vol. VI, No. 18, P. 4.

The subscriber respectfully announces to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Brattleboro and vicinity, his intention to give a course of Lectures on Practical Penmanship.

In teaching the art of writing, it will not be his design to eradicate the original hand and form one entirely new; for usually this is attended with bad results.  But it will rather be to eradicate all stiffness in the pupil’s hand writing, and by definite and simple rules teach him to form with facility plain letters, with symmetry and proportion; thereby enabling him to write a good practical business hand, which in fact is the only valuable one for an American Citizen to possess.

The pupil is taught to sit with the right side to a flat table, (which is the most natural) in a graceful and easy position—to hold and move the pen in such a manner as to cause no fatigue to the hand and arm, which people so frequently complain of.  He is also taught to make a good pen, and the art of writing straight without lines…

1842 January 3.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  January 3, 1842, Vol. IX, No. 7, P. 3.

List Of Letters Remaining in the Post Office at Brattleboro, Vermont, Oct. 1st, 1842.

…Thos. M. Easterly…

1845 November 13.  Burlington Hawk-Eye.  (Burlington, Iowa.)  November 13, 1845, Vol. VII, No. 25, P. 2.

Sherman and Smith’s Map and Gazetteer Of the United States, Canada and Texas also, portraying the most accurate view of North and Central America, engraved on steel.

This is the largest, most splendid and complete map of the United States ever published, being about six feet by seven, showing accurately the base, meridian and township lines of the U. S.  It is also accompanied  by a Gazetteer of the U. States of America, describing minutely all parts of the country.  Mr. T. M. Easterly, is the agent for this map and Gazetteer, and may be found at the Barret House in this city.  Mr. E. is also agent for “Robert Merry’s Museum,” a standard periodical for youth, Edited by S. G. Goodrich, author of Peter Parley’s Tales.  He has the back volumes for sale.  This will be found to be a most interesting work.  The public are invited to call and examine these works for themselves.  He will remain here but a few days.

1845 November 13.  Burlington Hawk-Eye.  (Burlington, Iowa.)  November 13, 1845, Vol. VII, No. 25, P. 2.

Messrs Webb & Easterly two of the principal members of the Daguerreotype Art Union, have arrived in this city and taken rooms at the Barret House.—They have several splendid likenesses of the Murderers, who were executed at Rock Island a few days since.  Those wishing to have splendid likenesses taken cannot do better than embrace the present opportunity.

1846 April 1.  Jefferson Inquire.  (Jefferson City, Missouri.)  April 1, 1846, Vol. 8, No. 7, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Likenesses.—Messrs. Easterly & Webb will remain in this city another week, previous to leaving for Boonville.  We advise all our friends, who have not already availed themselves of this opportunity, to go and view their specimens of the Daguerean (sic.) art, and have their own, their wives, children, and sweethearts likenesses neatly, handsomely and correctly taken, ere it is too late.  See card.

1846 April 1.  Jefferson Inquire.  (Jefferson City, Missouri.)  April 1, 1846, Vol. 8, No. 7, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Art Union.  One Week Longer.  Messrs, Easterly & Webb, members of the above Association, are now at the Hall of the House of Representatives for the purpose of taking Daguerreotype Likenesses.

The impression seems to have gone abroad that these pictures will fade; this is [true] in respect to the miniature taken previous to the discovery of gilding with chloride of gold.  The discovery was made by Prof. Morse the inventor of the Electro Magnetic Telegraph and father of Daguerreotype in this country.  By this process they are rendered permanent , lasting and can also be colored, and the deleterious effects of the atmosphere is excluded.  We finish all our pictures by this process, and will warrant them to stand in any climate.  Very few of the operators travelling in this country understand this operation in all its branches; but in consequence of our being connected with a large establishment in New York, we are enabled to get all the improvements made in this business.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine our numerous specimens of this wonderful and delightful art.  

1846 May 9.  Boon Lick Times. (Fayette, Missouri.)  May 9, 1846, Vol. 7, No. 9, P. 2.

Messrs. Easterly & Webb will be in this place in the course of next week, prepared to take Daguerreotype Likenesses in a very superior style, at a small cost.

We examined a large number of likenesses taken by Messrs. E. & W. and do not hesitate to say they are superior quality.  Their visit to this place will afford an excellent opportunity to such as have a desire to have their miniatures taken.

1846 May 23.  Boon Lick Times. (Fayette, Missouri.)  May 23, 1846, Vol. 7, No. 11, P. 2.

Daguerrean Miniatures.—We call the attention of our citizens to the advertisement of Messrs. Easterly & Webb, in another column.  Such as desire to have their miniatures taken, now have an excellent opportunity.  Messrs. E. & W. have rendered entire satisfaction wherever they have been—and an examination of the numerous specimens in their rooms will satisfy any one that they are perfect masters of their art.

Their rooms are up stairs in the Court House.

1846 May 23.  Boon Lick Times. (Fayette, Missouri.)  May 23, 1846, Vol. 7, No. 11, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Art Union.  For mutual protection against the low prices and disreputable influence of inexperienced and unskillful operators; the diffusion of a refined taste for superior daguerreotype pictures, and the taking of daguerreotype miniatures at the Lowest New York Prices, as charged at any respectable gallery in the eastern cities.

Miniatures, copies of engravings, &c. of the most approved styles and greatest excellence, taken in 5 minutes, in all weather, from 9 o’clock A. M. to 5 o’clock P. M.  The public are invited to call and see the specimens of distinguished statesmen, eminent divines and prominent citizens, which will always be found at their rooms.

Terms.  For a single miniature in beautifully embossed case, with English crown glass, gilded margins, and silver clasps, $4 for every copy of the same person, 20per cent less.  For groups, only $2, extra for every additional person on the same plate, with a corresponding deduction of 20 per cent for copies.  Still more liberal terms with families composed of numerous members.  Gold and heavy plated Lockets, and rich frames, always on hand to encase the Miniatures of such as prefer it.  A Detachment of the association, under the charge of Messrs. Webb & Easterly will be at the Court House in this town for one week commencing on Monday 18th May, 1846, for taking miniatures of Individuals and groups, copies of engravings, family Portraits, &c.

For sale, at wholesale and retail.  Cameras and Daguerreotype apparatus of every description, with cases, plates, chemicals, and all stock used in the process, at the lowest prices.  For further information, apply to circular, and to W. & E.  Fayette, May 21st, 1846.

Boonville, May 1st, 1846

Messrs. Benson & Green:—Dear Sirs:  As Messrs. Easterly & Webb, who have been sojourning in our city, a short time, in the capacity of Daguerrian Artists, are about to visit your place I would recommend them to such of your community as may wish to have likenesses taken by this new and beautiful process.  A large number of pictures have been taken here and I have heard no complaint of bad likenesses or defective pictures.  I believe these gentlemen understand their business perfectly and are honest enough not to suffer a defective likeness to go from their hands if they can avoid it.  As the world is full of humbugs T have thought it but sheer justice to these gentlemen to contribute this testimonial of their superior qualifications.  Yours truly, J. L. Tracy.

1846 May 30.  Boon Lick Times. (Fayette, Missouri.)  May 30, 1846, Vol. 7, No. 12, P. 3.

Messrs. Webb & Easterly members of the Daguerreotype Art Union, who have been sojourning in our town for the last two weeks, have been more successful in taking perfect likenesses than any artist we have seen in the West heretofore, We take pleasure in stating to our readers, in Glasgow, that these gentlemen will be in their town on Monday, for the purpose of taking these inimitable Miniatures.  And we are satisfied that nothing pleases them more than to have the citizens, and more especially the ladies, call and examine their numerous specimens, whether they wish Miniatures or not.

1847 February 6.  Boon’s Lick Times.  (Fayette, Missouri.)  February 6, 1847, Vol. 7, No. 48, P. 2.

Daguerrean.—We looked into the room of Mr. T. E. Easterly, of “Daguerreotype notoriety,” while in St. Louis, and felt quite at home, from the fact of finding the faces of so many of our old acquaintances on his table.  He desires to see his friends from this section, when they visit the city.  Our friend O’Rear, of the Patriot, looked—just as usual!

1847 July 12.  Weekly Reveille.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  July 12, 1847, Vol. IV, No. 1, P. 2.

Astonishing Achievement In Art.—Mr. T. M. Easterly, after repeated experiments, has actually succeeded in Daguerreotyping a streak of lighting!—a genuine antic-playing streak of the real snake order.  So perfect and instantaneous was the operation that myriads of intervening drops of rain were transferred with wonderful distinctness to the plate, every drop retaining its globular form, showing that no appreciable space of time was consumed in the operation.  Visitors to Mr. Easterly’s rooms will be amply repaid for their pains, by examining this plate, in connection with a number of views of clouds, &c.

1847 July 27.  Springfield Daily Republican.  (Springfield, Massachusetts.)  July 27, 1847, Vol. 4, No. 173, Whole No. 1023, P. 2.

A streak of lighting has recently been daguerreotypes at St. Louis, by Thos. M. easterly.  We judge that the experiment must have been performed in the night, for rain drops while falling in the air had their globular bodies on the plate with a specimen of lighting that is represented as being the most ragged kind.  This is rather quick work.

1847 September 4.  Boon Lick Times. (Fayette, Missouri.)  September 4, 1847, Vol. 8, No. 26, P. 3.

Daguerrean Portraits.—Messrs. Irwing & Webb, Daguerrean Artist, have established themselves in St. Louis, in the Rooms formerly occupied by T. M. Easterly, 112 Fourth Street, two doors above Odd Fellow’s Hall.  They are eminent in their line, and we advise persons from this section who may visit the city to give them a call, and examine their work.

1847 September 6.  Weekly Reveille.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  September 6, 1847, Vol. IV, No. 9, P. 5.

Daguerreotype Rooms.—We are pleased to see that our friends, Messrs. Irwing & Webb have established themselves in St. Louis.  They take the rooms formerly occupied by Mr. T. M. Easterly, at No. 112 Glasgow’s Row.  Persons visiting that city, who wish to procure correct likenesses, would do well to call on them, as they have superior knowledge of their art.—Boonville Bulletin.

They are given striking evidences of their ability here, and already their pictures are noted for their truthfulness.  By the way, Mrs. Irwing, the talented lady of one of the firm, has started an opposition establishment at the corner of Market and Fourth.  It is an opposition for mutual benefit.  Some contend that the lady takes the best picture.

1847 September 8.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  September 8, 1847, Vol. XXXI, No. 213, P. 1.

Daguerreotype Rooms.  Messrs. Irwing & Webb, beg leave to announce to the ladies and gentlemen of St. Louis, that having taken the apartment lately occupied by T. M. Easterly, No. 112 Glasgow’s Row, they are prepared to receive visitors at the above address, where the public may rest assured of having likenesses taken in a manner equal in tone and expression to any to any in the city.  They may be found at the rooms from 8 o’clock, A. M., until dark.

Mr. T. M. Easterly, being about to leave for the east, takes this opportunity of returning his sincerely thanks to the public, for their liberal patronage extended to him in his profession, during his residence in this city.  And having disposed of his interest to Messrs. Irving & Webb (the latter having been formerly connected in co-partnership with him,) he takes pleasure in recommending them as being in every way worthy of a continuance of the patronage which has been hitherto so generously bestowed on him by the ladies and gentlemenof St. Louis. au10.

1847 September 22.  Vermont Chronicle.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  September 22, 1847, Vol. XXII, No. 38, Whole No. 1119, P. 4.

Daguerreotyping The Lightning.  The St. Louis Republican says:  “Mr.  T. M. Eastly, after repeated experiments, has actually succeeded in Daguerreotyping a streak of Lightning.”  So perfect and instantaneous was the operation, that myriads of intervening drops of rain were transferred with wonderful distinctness to the plate, every drop retaining its globular form, showing that no appreciable space of time was consumed in the operation.

1848 March 24.  St. Louis Weekly Union.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  March 24, 1848, Vol. 2, No. 36, P. 3. 

Mechanics’ Fair.  The exhibition of articles manufactured by the artisans of St. Louis is now open, and although the number is less than on former occasions, there is sufficient to show that the West can produce specimens of workmanship inferior to none in the country…

Annexed is a catalogue of the articles now to be seen at the hall of the Mechanics Institute, with the names of owners and manufacturers.

No. 47.  Rich Daguerreotypes:  Fitzgibbon.

No.63.  Seven cases Daguerreotypes: E. Easterly. 

1849 August 30.  Glasgow Weekly Times.  (Glasgow, Missouri.)  August 30, 1849, Vol. 10, No. 26, P. 3.

T. M. Easterly, Daguerrean Artist.  Rooms No. 103 Fourth St., corner of Olive.  Mr. E. has a rich and rare collection of specimens, for which the first premium was awarded to him by the Mechanics Institute, at its last fair.  Every description of Daguerreotype work done at this establishment on short notice and in the best possible manner.  St. Louis, Aug. 30, 1849.

Advertisement ran from August 30, 1849 to August 14, 1851.

1851 August 21.  Glasgow Weekly Times.  (Glasgow, Missouri.)  August 21, 1851, Vol. 12, No. 25, P. 4.

T. M. Easterly, Daguerrean Artist.  Rooms No. 103 Fourth St., corner of Olive Streets, St. Louis, Mo.  Mr. E. has a rich and rare collection of specimens, for which the first premium was awarded to him by the Mechanics Institute, at its last fair.  Every description of Daguerreotype work done at this establishment on short notice and in the best possible manner.        

Advertisement ran from August 21 to 28, 1851.

1853 December 22.  St. Louis Daily Evening News.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  December 22, 1853, Vol. II, No. 300, P. 2.

Easterly’s New Daguerrean Gallery, At His Old Stand, No. 71 South East Corner of Fourth and Olive sts.  d21.

1854.  Illinois And Missouri State Directory for 1854-1855.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  1854, P. 141-142. Easterly, Thomas M., South East corner of Chestnut & Fourth, St Louis, Missouri

1859 April 12.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  April 12, 1859, Vol. XXXVII, No. 90, P. 3. 

J. C. Elrod, late of Lexington, Kentucky, has purchased the photographic and daguerreotype gallery of T. M. Easterly, No. 71, corner Fourth and Olive streets.  The public can be accommodated with pictures as fine as ever was made in the West or East, and at prices to suit the times.  Pictures from the smallest size up to the life size photographs, and beautifully colored in oil colors, by one of the best artists in America, made either from life, or copied from small pictures of deceased persons.  This gallery has every convenience necessary to the comforts of ladies and children in the way of dressing rooms, &c., and it is the place to get a good picture of your babies.  [ ? ].

Dustin, Samuel C.

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1856-1861       Richards’ Building, Over the Post Office, Keene, New Hampshire.

1861-1865       Shelly & Sawyer’s Building, Keene, New Hampshire.

1865-1877       Buckminister’s Block, Keene, New Hampshire.

1877-1878       Stebbins Block, Hinsdale, New Hampshire.

1856 September 10.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  September 10, 1856, Vol. XXIII, No. 6, P. 2.

Keystone Club was formed at the Democratic caucus in this town, on Saturday evening last, and nearly sixty members obtained on the spot.  The officers chosen are as follows:…

Executive Committee–…Sam’l C, Dustin…

1856 November 19.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  November 19, 1856, Vol. XXIII, No. 16, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  S. C. Dustin invites the attention of his friends and the public to his now and splendid suite of Rooms, which he had fitted up in the most modern and beautiful style, for the purpose of taking Pictures in all the various styles of the day.

Rooms in Richards’ Building, 4 doors north Cheshire House.

Advertisement ran from November 19, 1856 to February 25, 1857.

1856 December 17.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  December 17, 1856, Vol. XXIII, No. 20, P. 2.

New Daguerreotype Rooms.—Mr. S. C. Dustin, an experienced operator, has fitted up a spacious and elegant suit of Rooms in Richards’ Building, over the Post Office, and furnished them with every facility for taking Daguerreotypes of all sizes.  He has a superior light, and with the finest German Instruments, is enabled to bring out a picture that for strength and beauty of outline cannot be excelled.  Persons wishing Daguerreotypes should certainly call and examine his facilities,

1857 February 18.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  February 18, 1857, Vol. XXIII, No. 29, P. 2.

Beautiful Pictures.—Mr. Dustin, at his rooms in Richards Building, is taking the Stereoscopic Ambrotypes so perfectly that they actually cast a shadow upon the back-ground.  They are certainly the most perfect pictures we have ever examined, and prove no less the scientific skill of the operator than the perfection of his apparatus.  It is well to take a look into Mr. Dustin’s rooms, and observe the recent strides in the art.

1857 February 25.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  February 25, 1857, Vol. XXIII, No. 36, P. 3.

Ambrotypes & Photographs, S. C. Dustin Would invite the attention of the public to these new and beautiful style Pictures, specimens of which can be seen at his rooms.

The Ambrotype is taken upon the best of German White Plate Glass, and is sealed with an

Indistructible (sic.) Enamel, between two glasses, which not only beautifies the Picture, but will preserve it in its original brilliancy in any climate, for any length of time.  In effect this Picture is bold, clear, and brilliant, resembling very much a fine Mezzotint Engraving, and can be seen in any angle or light.  It is not reversed as in Daguerreotypes, but everything produced in its true position, and in so short a time that the expression first assumed is not lost.

Ambrotypes set in Lockets or Pins.

For Children this process is invaluable, the picture being taken in from 1 to 3 seconds.  Also for views of Buildings & c., as they are not reversed.

By this process old Daguerreotypes faded, or likely to fade, can be copied and size and far superior to the originals, and will last for all time.

Prices as low as for good Daguerreotypes.

—Also—Enameled Photographs, A new style of Picture, taken on canvas, which can be sent in a letter without extra expense.  Call and see them.  Rooms in Richards’ Building.

Advertisement ran from February 25, 1857 to October 19, 1859.

1857 April 8.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  April 8, 1857, Vol. XXII, No. 36, P. 3.

1857 Directory To Business Firms And Offices In Richards’ Building (First North of Cheshire House…3d Floor rear.]  S. C. Dustin, Ambrotypes, Photographs & Daguerreotypes.

Advertisement ran from April 8, 1857 to May 5, 1858.

1859 October 26.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 26, 1859, Vol. XXV, No. 13, P. 3.

The “Great Eastern” Has Not Arrived, But Dustin & French Would respectfully inform the citizens of Keene and vicinity that they are daily making Ambrotypes and Photographs. of every size, style and price.

The Photograph, or Paper Pictures, so much resembling the steel engraving, can be finished in India Ink, or beautifully colored in Oil or Water colors, giving the true colors of nature.  This is a very desirable picture for framing, and the readiness with which an indefinite number of prints can be made from the negative without extra sittings, gives the preference over all other styles of portraiture.

The Patent Leather Picture, a style just introduced, is well adapted for mailing to an absent friend, and durable as the leather itself.

Miniatures Inserted in Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c.

Fading Daguerreotypes and Portraits accurately copied.

Likenesses of small children made best between 10 and 12 A. M., in clear weather.

Ladies and gentlemen are cordially invited to call at our Gallery In Richards’ Building, 4 Doors North Of The Cheshire House, And examine specimens.  S. C. Dustin, J. A. French.

Advertisement ran from October 26, 1859 to October 17, 1860

1859 November 9.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  November 9, 1859, Vol. XXV, No. 15, P. 2.

Fine Pictures.—It is no more true that “a new broom sweeps clean,” than it is that a new firm always aims to be up with, if not a little beyond the times.  This may be verified by a visit to the Ambrotype rooms of Messrs. Dustin & French, who are now getting out some as well finished pictures, both in Photograph and Ambrotypes, as we have seen anywhere.  Both gentlemen are expert operators—Mr. French having practiced at the South for some time past—and those who patronize the establishment may be sure of having their work done in the most improved styles of the art.

1861 May 22.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  May 22, 1861, Vol. XXVI, No. 43, P. 3.

The Ambrotype.

O, heavenly Art, that thus imparts

A likeness true of those we love,’

To cherish in our heart of hearts—

A treasure dear where’er we rove.

Peace to him who first unveiled

Such wonders in the Art divine,—

And Dustin, too, whose skill ne’er failed

To Photograph, since auld lang syne.

A grateful thought on him I cast,

And wish him all the joys of heaven,

Since all the scenes of happy past

By him so truly have been graven.

1861 May 23.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  May 23, 1861, Vol. LXVIII, No. 21, P. 3.

The Ambrotype.

O, heavenly Art, that thus imparts

A likeness true of those we love,’

To cherish in our heart of hearts—

A treasure dear where’er we rove.

Peace to him who first unveiled

Such wonders in the Art divine,—

And Dustin, too, whose skill ne’er failed

To Photograph, since auld lang syne.

A grateful thought on him I cast,

And wish him all the joys of heaven,

Since all the scenes of happy past

By him so truly have been graven.

1861 October 9.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 9, 1861, Vol. XXVII, No. 11, P. 3.

S. C. Dustin’s New Picture Gallery.  I have opened in Shelly & Sawyer’s Building, Rooms where I shall be pleased to receive my former patrons an the “rest of mankind.”

My success in the business so far, assures me that gooid Pictures, at fair prices, are what the people call for.

In fitting up my Rooms, I have profited by every valuable Discovery in the Art of Photographing, and introduced improvements but recently known.

The difficulty of getting the Eye perfect by the light of the common sky-light mis overcome by building a very large Ground Glass Sky-Light, so arranged as to produce a soft, mild, but powerful light, which gives the Picture a bolder outline, and develops the drapery more perfectly.  It works almost instantaneously—admirably adapted for making Pictures of Children.  They Can’t Dodge It.

I keep a variety of Cases, from the cheapest to the best.  Every style of Photograph Frame, at prices to suit the people, and support the Constitution.  S. C. Dustin.

1861 October 24.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 24, 1861, Vol. LXIII, No. 43, P. 2.

The Poetry Of Advertising.—Our advertisers are getting decidedly poetic—Mr. Dustin, first in the field, has now come back to prose, and speaks of his new Ambrotype rooms in Sawyer & Shelly’s Block which are probably unsurpassed…

1862 May 15.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  May 15, 1862, Vol. LXIV, No. 20, P. 2.

Wednesday 30.—The case of Samuel C. Dustin vs Jotham A. French, both of Keene, was commenced, but no witnesses were sworn, as the def. became default, and damages were left to the Judge to be assessed.

1865 April 27.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  April 27, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 17, P. 2.

Photograph Of Booth.—We are indebted to Mr. Dustin of this town, for an excellent photograph of J. Wilkes Booth, the assassin.  Mr. Dustin has them for sale at his gallery in Shelly and Sawyer’s block.

1865 July 6.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  July 6, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 27, P. 2.

S. C. Dustin has just completed some improvements and repairs in his Photographic Gallery which are worthy of attention of all in want of good pictures.  The sky-light in the operating-room has been greatly enlarged, so much so that good pictures can be made at this season of the jear as late as six o’clock, p. m.  The reception-room is newly furnished, and the walls throughout the establishment shaded with blue, which, with the improved and ingenious ventilation, render the gallery pleasant and attractive.  Mr. Dustin has also secured the services of Mr. Geo. C. Whittaker, a young artist of ability; and we see no reason why the public cannot here be served with everything that can be obtained at first class photograph rooms in the larger cities.  Look for his advertisement next week.

1865 July 20.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  July 20, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 29, P. 3.

Once More In The Field.  The undersigned would take this opportunity to thank the citizens of Keene and vicinity for their liberal patronage during the last nine years, and would also inform them, that he has recently beautified and improved his Gallery by the addition of another large and spacious light, which enables him to make Pictures in less time and at an earlier and later hour of the day than can be made at any other Gallery in this vicinity; and believing good work at fair prices to be what the public appreciate , such he will guarantee to all those who may favor him with a call at his Gallery, which may be found Two Doors South of the Post Office.  He will also keep constantly on hand a good assortment of Frames, which will be sold at a low figure.

He has also secured the services of Mr. Geo. C. Whittaker, which enables him to fill all orders for Pictures promptly and in the best style of the Art.  S. C. Dustin.

1865 October 5.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 5, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 40, P. 2.

Cheshire County Cattle Fair.  List Of Premiums Awarded…

Miscellaneous…

S. C. Dustin, Keene,  2 cases photographs………1.00

French & Sawyer, 2 cases photographs………….1.00

1865 October 21.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 21, 1865, Vol. XXXI, No. 43, P. 2.

Conflagration In Keene.  Last night this town was visited by the most disastrous conflagration which has ever occurred here.

A little before twelve o’clock the sound of fire alarm warned our citizens that the devouring element had got loose, and those who hastened out soon discovered the flames bursting from the rear portion of Richards’ block.  In the course of an hour the fire had extended to the whole block which was soon destroyed, the efforts of the firemen only succeeding to prevent the spread of the flames to the Cheshire House on the south, and the dwelling houses on the east…

The following is a list of losses and insurances, as nearly as can be ascertained upon going to press…

French & Sawyer, Photographers, loss $2,000; no insurance.

S. C. Dustin, photographer…will suffer more or less from loss and inconvenience.

1865 October 26.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 26, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 43, P. 2.

The following is a list of losses, with amounts of insurance, is as accurate as can be furnished until all parties can make a complete examination of details…

French & Sawyer, Photographists—loss $3,000; no insurance…

S. C. Dustin, Photographist—loss $400; Insured $310…

1865 October 28.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 28, 1865, Vol. XXXI, No. 14, P. 2.

Photographs Of The Ruins, three different views, covering the ground from the Cheshire House, were taken, and are for sale by S. C. Dustin.  They are eight by ten inches in size and were taken early Friday morning.

1865 October 28.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 28, 1865, Vol. XXXI, No. 14, P. 3.

A Card.  The undersigned gratefully acknowledge the labors and sympathies of their friends in connection with the late disastrous fire…French & Sawyer…S. C. Dustin…

1865 November 16.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  November 16, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 48, P. 2.

Dustin, the photographer, who was so unfortunate as to have his beautiful suite of rooms destroyed by the recent fire, is once more in luck, having secured a lease for a term of years of the upper story of Buckminister’s Block, just South of the Court House—one of the best locations for his business in the village.  He has had a suitable sky-light constructed in Boston, which will probably be put in the present week, and he will be ready to receive customers in his new location in a very few days.  His enterprise, and especially his skill in the photographic art, should and doubtless will secure him all the business he can wish for. 

1865 November 18.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  November 18, 1865, Vol. XXXI, No. 17, P. 2.

Dustin, who has been taking some fine views since the fire, by the great sky-light over head, has obtained more convenient accommodations in the upper story of Buckminister’s block, corner of the square and Winter street.  He has secured these rooms for a term of years, and will soon have them fitted up for the reception of his customers.

1866 January 11.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  January 11, 1866, Vol. LXVIII, No. 2, P. 2.

Dustin’s New Photograph Gallery in Buckminister’s block is the neatest and most convenient establishment of the kind we have ever seen in the country, and his old customers will be glad to learn that he is again prepared to execute orders for pictures.  See his advertisement.

1866 January 11.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  January 11, 1866, Vol. LXVIII, No. 2, P. 3.

My New Photographic Gallery, First door south of the Court House, is now finished.  In fitting up my New Establishment, I have paid particular attention to the construction of my Light Room, Availing myself of all the improvements experience has developed.  I can with confidence assure my patrons, that my facilities for doing first class work are unsurpassed.  In fact, I am prepared to execute any style Photographic Picture.  I copy all kinds of pictures, enlarging to life size, if required, and finishing in India Ink or Colors.

Allow me to tender my grateful acknowledgements to my friends and the public for their generous patronage in times past.  With the increased advantages I now possess, I shall endeavor to secure a continuance of the same.  S. C. Dustin.

1866 January 13.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  January 13, 1866, Vol. XXXI, No. 25, P. 3.

My New Photographic Gallery, First door South of the Court House, is finished.  In Fitting Up My New Establishment, I have paid particular attention to the construction of my Light Room, Availing myself of all the improvements experience has developed.  I can with confidence assure my patrons, that my facilities for doing first class work are unsurpassed.  In fact, I am prepared to execute any style Photographic Picture.  I copy all kinds of pictures, enlarging to life size, if required, and finishing in India Ink or Colors.

Allow me to tender my grateful acknowledgements to my friends and the public for their generous patronage in times past.  With the increased advantages I now possess, I shall endeavor to secure a continuance of the same.  S. C. Dustin.

Advertisement ran from January 13, 1866 to August 3, 1867.

1866 February 3 .  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  February 3, 1866, Vol. XXXI, No. 28, P. 3.

Snug—as a bug in a rug!  S. C. Dustin has his picture taking arrangements nicely fixed in the upper story of the old Court House block over Buckminister’s store, where he has a suit of apartments well suited to the wants of his business, and the convenience of customers.  His exhibition room is one of the most attractive we have visited.  Call and see his pictures.

Durang, William H.

Daguerreotypes,

1847-1851       303 Broadway, New York, New York.

1847.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1847/1848, Published by John Doggett, Jr.

Not Listed.

1847.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1847/1848, Published by John Doggett, Jr.

Durang, William H.  Daguerreotypist, 303 Broadway.  H-325 Broadway.

1848.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1848/1849, Published by John Doggett, Jr.

Durang, William H.  Daguerreotypist, 303 Broadway.  H-325 Broadway.

1849.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1849/1850, Published by John Doggett, Jr.

Durang, William H.  Daguerreotypist, 303 Broadway. 

Durang, William H.  Daguerreotypist, 303 Broadway.  H-325 Broadway.

1850.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1850/1851, Published by John Doggett, Jr.

Durang, William H.  Daguerreotypist, 303 Broadway. 

1851.  New York City Directory.  (New York, New York.)  1851/1852, Published by Doggett & Rhodes.

Not listed.

1849 July 12.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  July 12, 1849, Whole No. 5514, P. 3.

A Superior Daguerreotype Likeness of The late Colonel Duncan, may be seen at Durang’s Daguerrian Gallery, No. 303 Broadway.

1851 January 28.   The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 28, 1851, Whole No. 6072, P. 2.

Captain Rynders and Daguerreotypes.—The friends of Captain Rynders will be pleased to know that one of the best Daguerreotypes ever taken of the above named gentleman, can be seen at the Daguerrean Gallery of W. H. Durang, 303 Broadway, corner of Duane street.

1851 February 27.   The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  February 27, 1851, Whole No. 6702, P. 5.

The Hon. Sam Houston and Daguerreotypes.—A very superior Daguerreotype of General Houston was taken yesterday afternoon, at Durang’s Daguerreotype Rooms, 303 Broadway, corner Duane street.  Call and see the hero of San Jacinto.

1851 March 3.   The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  March 3, 1851, Whole No. 6706, P. 5.

The Hon. Sam Houston and Daguerreotypes.—A very superior Daguerreotype was taken of General Houston during his recent visit in New York.  Call at Durang Daguerrian Rooms, 303 Broadway, corner of Duane street, and see the hero of San Jacinto.

Duperly, Adolphe

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1856                Address Unknown, New Orleans, Louisiana.

N. D.  Wikipedia.

Adolphe Duperly (1801–1865) was a French engraver, lithographer and printer who settled in Kingston, Jamaica, and who produced daguerreotypes and then founded a photography business.

Duperly was born in Paris, but was in Jamaica in the 1830s and produced a lithograph of the 1831 Baptist War and the emancipation celebrations in Kingston in 1838. He also provided a pictorial chronicle of African-Caribbean people in the 1830s. During the 1840s he published a collection of daguerreotypes of Jamaica.[1]

He established Adolphe Duperly and Sons, which became the most successful photography business in Jamaica. The company was continued after his death by his son, Armond, and grandson Théophile.[2] The companies original premises was destroyed by fire in 1907. From 1909 their studio was 85 King Street, Kingston.[3]

1856 November 5.  New Orleans Daily Crescent.  (New Orleans, Louisiana.)  November 5, 1856, Vol. IX, No. 209, P. 2.

We take pleasure in announcing the arrival of Mr. Adolphe Duperly in this city from the West Indies.  Mr. Duperly is an artist of great talent, who obtained the prize medal of the exhibition of Paris in 1856, for his lithographic and photographic portraits, as well as his miniatures and oil paintings.  We understand Mr. D. intends sojourning in New Orleans, if sufficient aid is rendered him.

[1]  RCS Photographers Index. Cambridge University Library. Retrieved 6 January 2016.

[2] Wright, Colin. “Daguerian Excursions in Jamaica”. http://www.bl.uk. British Library. Retrieved 22 August 2020.

[3] Adolphe Duperly and Sons”. archivesearch.lib.cam.ac.uk. Cambridge University Library. Retrieved 22 August 2020.

Dupee, Isaac H.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, Stereoviews, , , , , , ,

1851-1854       Rooms over Morrison’s Carpet Store, Front Street, Bath, Maine.

1854-1855       Granite Hall, Water Street, Augusta, Maine.

1856                Z. Hyde’s Building, Front Street, Bath, Maine. 

1865-1870       122 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.

1870                Address Unknown, Saccarappa, (Westbrook) Maine.

1851 August 21.  Eastern Times.  (Bath, Maine.)  August 21, 1851, Vol. VI, No. 9, P. 2.

New Daguerreotype Rooms.  Mr. I. H. Dupee has lately fitted up new rooms over the Furniture store of J. W. C. Morrison, where all who wish for a first rate daguerreotype, will be sure to call.  His pictures are taken by top-light, his arrangements for which are second to none in the country.  His card will be found in another column.

1851 August 21.  Eastern Times.  (Bath, Maine.)  August 21, 1851, Vol. VI, No. 9, P. 2.

I. H. Dupee, Daguerreotype Artist, Rooms over Morrison’s Carpet Store.  I. H. D. respectfully informs his friends and the public, that he has fitted up Rooms over Morrison’s Store, Front Street, where he will be happy to wait upon all who may favor him with a call.  Pictures neatly put up in Pins, Rings, Lockets and Cases of every description, and in the best manner, at the lowest prices, and warranted to suit.  All work done with a large sky-Light.

Advertisement ran from August 21, 1851 to September 16, 1852.

1852 September 23.  Eastern Times.  (Bath, Maine.)  September 23, 1852, Vol. VII, No. 14, P. 3.

I. H. Dupee. Daguerreotype Artist, Rooms over Morrison’s Carpet Store.

Advertisement ran from September 23, 1852 to December 28, 1854.

1854 June 22.  Maine Farmer.  (Augusta, Maine.)  June 22, 1854, Vol. XXII, No. 26, P. 3.

Photographs, Stereoscopic Crayon, Crystalotypes, and other Styles of Pictures, May be found at Isaac H. Dupee’s Rooms, Granite Hall, Water Street, Augusta, Me.  I. H. Dupee respectfully inform his friends and the public generally, that he has taken the Rooms formerly occupied by Pierce & Williams, for the purpose of Daguerreotyping.  Having on of the largest Cameras in the city, he is prepared to take large pictures, and especially groups, (no matter how many,) arranged in the most appropriate style.  Having paid particular attention to taking Children, and being provided with a quick working Camera, he can take small children in one quarter of the usual time.  Hours for Children from 9 A. M. till 2 P. M.  Likenesses taken in clear or cloudy weather, and warranted perfect, for the low price of $1 and upwards, including case.  Also inserted in Rings, Pins, Lockets, Seals, &c., a large assortment of which he has on hand at all times.  H having had long experience in this business, solicit a share of your patronage.  All work entrusted to his care will be promptly attended to and warranted as good as the best.

A large assortment of Daguerreotype Materials for sale to the trade at Boston prices.  Operators furnished with every thing necessary to carry on business with.  Perfect satisfaction given in all cases.

Sick and deceased persons taken at their houses, if wished, as well as at his rooms.

Portraits, Daguerreotypes and Engravings, copied accurately and put in cases or frames.  The public are invited to call and judge for themselves.  Mr. Dupee, by attention to business, and keeping his rooms open at all hours, hopes to secure Miniatures of all who call and are in want.

I take this opportunity to return my thanks to my friends and patrons for their liberal patronage.  I have sold my Rooms to Isaac H. Dupee, formerly of Bath.  I can recommend him to all who may wish for a good Daguerreotype of themselves or friends.  Mr. D. has had long experience in the Daguerreotype business; he comes well recommended as an artist and a gentleman.  S. N. W.

Advertisement ran from June 22 to September 21, 1854.

1855 April 12.  Maine Farmer.  (Augusta, Maine.)  April 12, 1855, Vol. XXIII, No. 16, P. 3.

25 & 50 Cent Daguerreotypes.  Great Reduction In Prices.  If you wish a good Daguerreotype of yourself or friends, call upon Isaac H. Dupee; he will give you a good picture for 25 or 50 cents, other kinds of Cases, Frames, Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c. &c. at a lower price than ever have been sold before.  Please call and examine for yourselves.  Nearly opposite the Stanley House, Water Street, Augusta, Me.

Advertisement ran from April 12 to June 7, 1855.

1855 June 7.  Maine Farmer.  (Augusta, Maine.)  June 7, 1855, Vol. XXIII, No. 24, P. 3.

Isaac H. Dupee, Daguerrean, And Dealer In Daguerreotype Materials, Granite Hall, Water St., Augusta.

Advertisement ran from June 7 to October 6, 1855.

1856 January 31.  Eastern Times.  (Bath, Maine.)  January 31, 1856, Vol. X, No. 33, P. 3.

Ambrotypes.—The attention of our readers is invited to the advertisement of I. H. Dupee, in another column.  These beautiful pictures are got up by him in a style probably not surpassed, as may be seen by visiting his rooms.  He is thoroughly skilled in the daguerrean art, and can give you a daguerreotype likeness true to nature.

1856 January 31.  Eastern Times.  (Bath, Maine.)  January 31, 1856, Vol. X, No. 33, P. 3.

Isaac H. Dupee, Daguerrean & Ambrotypist, Z. Hyde’s building, Front St., Bath, Me.  Having bought the right of Sagadahoc County, is now prepared to take these beautiful pictures, which are admired by all who see them.  By this method it only requires one third of the time required for a Daguerreotype.  Children can be taken in one second.  Persons wishing likenesses of their children have no treason now for saying they can not get them. All they have to do is to bring them to me.  I can take them in any weather, and get them natural and good; the stormy weather is just as good as a bright day. These pictures are not reversed as a daguerreotype—are more durable, and are seen in any light, and are more natural than any other picture.  You can have pictures copied from others in this way to any size.

All are invited to call and examine specimens at my rooms, and see for themselves.  Every attention paid to persons in want of daguerreotypes or ambrotypes at my rooms.

On hand a good assortment of Cases of all kinds, Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c., sold at the lowest prices, and warranted to be as good as the best.

All work entrusted to my care will be attended to with promptness and dispatch.  No work will be allowed to go away with any blemish or spot on it.

Price reasonable.

Advertisement ran from January 31 to April 24, 1856.

1856 August 14.  Bath Daily Sentinel.  (Bath, Maine.)  August 14, 1856, Vo. 1, No. 4, P. 4.

Something New.  Ambrotypes Or Pictures On Glass.  Isaac H. Dupee, having bought the right of Sagadahoc County, for taking these beautiful and life-like pictures, is now ready to furnish the public with them at his old stand in Z. Hyde’s Building, Front-St., Bath.  These pictures should only be seen to be admired; they are taken on the best of plate glass, and secured between another glass by an indestructible gum, enabling the picture to retain its brilliancy for years. They will not corrode, or change in any climate, can be seen in any light, and are as enduring as the glass upon which they are taken.  They are not reversed, but are taken in the natural position of the sitter: they require only about one third of the time of a daguerreotype; by that a person gets a more natural picture.  The worst of weather is as good as the best.  By this method young children can be taken in one second, thus securing a picture of your little ones as perfect as themselves.  Pictures can be copied by this way from daguerreotypes, magnified to any size.

The public are invited to call and examine specimens at my rooms, where they will be shown to any person who will take the trouble to call and see them.

All work entrusted to my care will be executed with promptness and dispatch.  Copying done for rings, pins, lockets &c., and warranted.  On hand a good assortment of Cases, Frames, &c. such as are usually found in an establishment like this, which will be sold cheap for cash.  Bath, Jan 28, 1856.

1857 November 12.  Maine Farmer.  (Augusta, Maine.)  November 12 12, 1857, Vol. XXV, No. 47, P. 2.

On Tuesday night, the clothes line of I. H. Dupee was robber of several shirts and other articles.

1865 September 1.  Portland Daily Press.  (Portland, Maine.)  September 1, 1865, Vol. 4, P. 3.

I. H. Dupee, Photographer!  May be found at No. 122 Middle Street, where he is ready to wait upon any one wishing for pictures of themselves or friends, at reasonable prices, for as good work as is to be had at any room in the city.  Copying done of all kinds of pictures, and worked up by a competent artist at the rooms.  Especial attention paid to Children’s pictures; also to pictures of sick or deceased persons out of town or in the city.

T have the negatives of Mr. Morrison’s at my rooms, taken when he was in business; friends who had them there will find them here, from which copies can be taken without recopying, at the lowest prices.

The public are requested to call and give me a try, as I am bound to make as good work as can be found.

An assortment of Frames, &c., will be found here.  Patronage solicited.

Card Pictures $3.00 a Dozen, as good as any one makes.

Corner of Middle and Union Sts.

1868 November 28.  Daily Eastern Argus.  (Portland, Maine.)  November 28, 1868, Vol. 35, No. 252, P. 3.

The Great Land Slide.—Mr. Fred. Hale, with characteristic enterprise, has secured some excellent stereoscopic views of the great land slide near Cumberland Mills last Sunday, taken by Mr. Dupee.  They are good pictures and convey a very accurate idea of the convulsion.  They may be had at Hale’s picture and framing establishment, No. 23 Free street.

1870 January 12.  Portland Daily Press.  (Portland, Maine.)  January 12, 1870, Vol. 9, P. 3.

Saccarappa Items.  This flourishing village is steadily developing its own resources and attracting capital from outside…Dipee, the well known photographer of Portland, takes up his headquarters in Saccarappa this week, and id ready to hold the mirror up to life.

1870 January 29.  Portland Daily Press.  (Portland, Maine.)  January 29, 1870, Vol. 9, P.4.

The banks of the Presumpscot last Wednesday morning were strikingly beautiful in their ice mantle.  Mr. Dupree, the photographer at Saccarappa, secured some stereoscopic views of the same, which are really very fine and possess a permanent value.  Lowell & Senter and Morrison have them.

Dunshee, H. L. & Brother

Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1849-1850       Washburn Block, School Street, Taunton, Massachusetts.

1849 December 20.  Taunton Daily Gazette.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  December 20, 1849, Vol. 2, No. 164, p. 3.

Daguerreotype Gallery.  H. L. Dunshee & Brother would respectfully inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Taunton and vicinity that they have taken a Room in Washburn’s Block, opposite School Street, formerly occupied by Mr. Hopkins, where we would invite Ladies and Gentlemen to call and examine specimens of our work.  We hope that they will not forget that life is the time to secure a perfect Likeness, and those who wish for a correct facsimile of their own person, or friends, which, under the trying circumstances of a final-separation from friends, no price can purchase, can have the same by calling at our Room.  Having had long experience in the business, we feel assured that we shall not fail to suit the most difficult.  Likenesses taken single or in Groups.                       

Advertisement ran from December 20, 1849 to January 9, 1850.

1850 August 23.  Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  August 23, 1850, P. 3.

Colored Daguerreotypes.  Messrs. Gove & Stone from Boston.  Respectfully inform the inhabitants of Taunton and vicinity, that they have taken the new sky light Daguerreotype Rooms formerly occupied by H. S. Dunshee & Brother No. 7 Main St., where they will be happy to wait upon all who may be in want of good likenesses of themselves or friends, being provided with a superior German Camera and every other facility for making good pictures, and having been for a long time practically engaged in the business, sparing neither pains nor expense in availing themselves of every improvement they feel confident that they can furnish as good pictures as can be produced in the art.  Miniatures taken in any weather single or in groups, plain or colored, and neatly set in Lockets, Bracelets, in Pins, or Cases, and warranted to give satisfaction.

Likenesses of sick or deceased persons taken.  Painted or Daguerreotype Likenesses accurately copied.  They would respectfully invite all, whether they wish to sit for their Pictures or not, to call and examine their specimens, that they may be enabled to judge for themselves.

Dunshee, Edward S.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , , , ,

1844                Rooms at the Brick House, corner of Pleasant Street, Middlebury, Vermont.

1853-1857       3 Pleasant Street, corner South Main, Fall River, Massachusetts.[1]

1856-1859       30 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1860                Address Unknown, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1860-1864       30 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1868-1890       3 Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1871-1873       1051 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1876-1879       58 Temple Place, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1879-1895       1330 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.[2]

1886-1887       7 Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.2

1891-1895       4517 Franklin Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.2

1844 August 7.  The Northern Galaxy.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  August 7, 1844, Vol. IX, No. 14, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Mr. E. S. Dunshee respectfully informs the citizens of Middlebury, that he has taken rooms and set up his apparatus for taking Daguerreotype Miniatures, at the Brick House on the corner of Pleasant St., recently occupied by J. Gordon, and will remain there a few days where he will be happy to exhibit to the ladies and gentlemen of Middlebury, specimens of his work and render such information as may be desired.

N. B.  Copies of paintings, engravings &c., are taken by the same process.  Also the natural color shall be given to Miniatures by another process.  Instruction given, and apparatus furnished on reasonable terms. 

Advertisement ran from August 7 to 21, 1844.

1856 April 10.  The New Bedford Mercury.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  April 10, 1856, Vol. XLVIII, Whole No. 2532, P. 3.

E. S. Dunshee Gallery Of Patent Ambrotypes and Photographs, 30 Purchase Street.  Where you can be sure of obtaining as fine a Likeness as any Rooms in the State.  Those who have (mostly unreadable couple of lines.)  getting a good Picture.  I would invite to call, and if I do not satisfy [then] my work shall be given gratis.  Having had 13 years experience and practice in the Daguerrean Art.  I feel confident that all work [issued] from my establishment shall not be [surpassed.]

N. B.—The above Pictures can be taken in any style, set in frames, Cases and Lockets, of any desirable size, and furnished at such prices as to be within the reach of all.  Particular attention paid to copying Daguerreotypes and taking miniatures of small children.

Photographs taken from [$10 per dozen to $10.00 each, and colored by the best artist if desired.  The public are respectfully invited to call and examine a large collection of superior [specimens], whether in want of pictures or not.  Instructions given in the above arts.  30 Purchase street  E. S. Dunshee, Artist

1858 November 15.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  November 15, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 233, P. 2.

Dunshee’s Gallery of Beautiful Ambrotypes.  Also Photographs, And all other styles of Likenesses, worth looking for.  Prices From 25 Cents To 10 Dollars.

Just received, a splendid lot of new Cases and Frames, some of which are decidedly beautiful.  Those who are desirous of having their Ambrotypes or Photographs taken at Dunshee’s Gallery should be sure to call at No. 30 Purchase street, where the finest specimens of the art are on exhibition, and of superior finish and beauty.  Also warranted a better Likeness than is made at any other gallery in this city.  Remember, No. 30 Purchase street.  E. S. Dunshee, Artist.  aug28. 

Advertisement was recorded on November 15, 1858, and from January 1 to February 19, 1859.

1858 November 15.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  November 15, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 233, P. 2.

Photograph Frames.  Those having Photographs of Rev. Mr. Whitney can have them neatly framed at a small expanse, by calling at Dunshee’s Gallery No. 30 Purchase st.  aug28.

Advertisement was recorded on November 15, 1858, January 1 to February14, 1859.

1859 January 4.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  January 4, 1859, Vol. IX, No. 274, P. 2.

The Photographic portraits of the officers and members of Engine Co. No. 5, 50 in numbers with a view of the engine, taken by Dunshee, arranged on a large sheet and enclosed in a neat frame, are on exhibition for a few days in the window of Henry J. Taylor & Co., on Purchase street.  Thet are to be presented to [ ? ] Engine Co. No. 1, of Waterford, N. Y.

1859 February 21.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  February 21, 1859, Vol. X, No. 6, P. 2.

Dunshee’s Gallery of Beautiful Ambrotypes.  Also,—Photographs, And all other styles of Likenesses, worth looking for.  Prices from 50 cts. to 10 Dollars.

Just received, a splendid lot of new Cases and Frames, some of which are decidedly beautiful.  Those who are desirous of having their Ambrotypes or Photographs taken at Dunshee’s Gallery, should be sure and call at No. 30 Purchase street, where the finest specimens of the art are on exhibition, and of superior finish and beauty.  Also warranted a better Likeness than is made at any other gallery in the city.  Remember, No. 30 Purchase street.  Those having Photographs of Rev. Mr. Whitney can have them neatly framed at a small expense by calling at E. S. Dunshee, Artist.

Advertisement ran from February 21 to April 8, 1859.

1859 April 9.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  April 9, 1859, Vol. X, No. 46, P. 2.

Imperial Photograph and Ambrotype Gallery, At No. 30 Purchase Street.  Mr. Dunshee having completed his arrangements is now prepared to furnish to all who wish Photographs and Ambrotypes, in the largest sizes, and finished in India Ink or colors.

Having imported from Paris one of the largest Cameras ever made, he will warrant his Pictures on these sizes to be as fine as those made in New York or Boston, and at prices 50 per cent less.  An opportunity is now offered to procure near home those pictures which heretofore customers have been obliged to get in other places.

Mr. D. has recently purchased a large assortment of Frames, Fancy Cases, Passepartouts, &c., which he invites the public to call and examine. 

Grateful for past favors he hopes by careful attention to business, and by always endeavoring to give a superior picture to merit a conuance (sic.) of the public patronage.

Don’t Forget the Place.  Sign Of The Big Camera, No. 30 Purchase Street.  E. S. Dunshee, Artist.

Advertisement ran from April 9 to May 31, 1859.

1859 June 1.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  June 1, 1859, Vol. X, No. 81, P. 2.

Dunshee’s Photograph and Ambrotype Gallery.  No. 30 Purchase Street.  Mr. D. who stands at the head of his profession, will guarantee to the public that he will continue to hold out better inducements than ever.  Instead of letting the public run their chances for pictures, he will give Ambrotypes in nice Velvet Lined Cases, For Only 50 Cents!  And warrant all his pictures to be perfect in every respect.

Photographs of all sizes from $3 per dozen to $20 each.  Mr. Dunshee employs one of the first India Ink workers in the State, therefore can get up finer Photographs than any other room in the city.  The public are respectfully invited to call and see for themselves before purchasing elsewhere.

Old Daguerreotypes.  Particular attention paid to copying old Daguerreotypes of deceased friends or others to any desired size.  Each picture warranted perfect as a likeness and superior in style and finish.  Mr. D. having the most complete set of instruments an excellent light and the Largest Camera in the city, is prepared to do all kinds in his line in a manner unsurpassed by the best artist in any city in the Union.

Picture Frames.  Double and Single cases of all desirable kinds and latest patterns kept constantly on hand and sold at prices which defy competition.  Gallery No. 30 Purchase Street.  E. S. Dunshee, Artist.

Advertisement ran from June 1 to December 31, 1859.

1860 January 5.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  January 5, 1860, Vol. X, No. 265, P. 2.

The attention of our readers is called to the advertisement in the special notices, of Mr. Dunshee, whose reputation as an artist is well known in this city.  He is sti;ll ready to take ambrotypes and photographs in the highest style of the art, for the proof of which any one has but to call at his rooms and see specimens,

1860 January 5.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  January 5, 1860, Vol. X, No. 265, P. 2.

True Facts, And Facts Worthy Of Being Known.  Everybody Proclaims It, That Dunshee’s Ambrotypes and Photographs are beyond all question the best made in this city.  Their immense sale and universal popularity attest their excellence.

Anybody Who may have one of his Pictures will convinced of the above facts.

Nobody Will doubt their superiority over others, and any one desiring a fine Likeness should not fail to call at his Gallery.  No. 30 Purchase Street. 

Old Daguerreotypes copied into Photographs, and made superior to the original picture, at No. 30 Purchase st.  E. S. Dunshee, Artist.

Advertisement ran from January 5 to

1864 February 20.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  February 20, 1864, Vol. XV, No. 6, P. 2.

Inducements to the Uninformed!  E. S. Dunshee Informs the public in general that he can and will take all styles of Pictures, Ambrotypes, Photographs, and Card Visites, from the smallest up to life size, as low as at any other Rooms in the city.  Also , Card Visites from Negatives for $2 and $2.50 per dozen—please bear in mind.

Frames of all styles and sizes, constantly on hand.

Gallery No. 30 Purchase street.  E. S. Dunshee.

1864 February 25.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  February 25, 1864, Vol. XV, No. 10, P. 2.

Notice.  I Hereby notify the public that I shall pay no bills contracted by any person, not even my wife, without my written permission.  E. S. Dunshee.

1864 March 29.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  March 29, 1864, Vol. XV, No. 38, P. 2.

E. S. Dunshee has not sold out nor has he left town, but can be found at his rooms, 30 Purchase street, and all who wish their card visites or any other style of picture, can be accommodated at as low price as at any other room in this city.

1873-1876 in partnership with his son in the firm of Edward S. Dunshee & Son (E. Byron Dunshee) Principals in the firm include 1882-1887 Fred F. Dunshee, 1882-1884 Frederick J. Needham, 

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

[2] Directory of Pennsylvania Photographers 1839-1900