1851-1858 62 State Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts.[1]
1858-1861 142 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1
Ca.1858-1861. Ninth plate advertising card.
I. Bent, Ambrotype & Photograph Gallery, 142 Washington Street, Boston. Old Daguerreotypes Cleaned and Copied, on the most reasonable terms.
[1] Directory of Massachusetts Photographers, 1839-1900.
1856-1857 Merchant Street Over the Office of the Pacific Commercial Advertiser, Honolulu, Hawaii.
1856 April 5. The Polynesian. (Honolulu, Hawaii.) April 5, 1856, Vol. XII, No. 48, P. 3.
To the Citizens on Honolulu. This is to inform the citizens Honolulu, that Mr. Benson, will continue the Daguerrean Art on Rose Lane, after April 14th, 1856.
We would return our sincere thanks to our patrons, and recommend Mr. B., as worthy of their patronage. B. Jay Antrim, & co.
Advertisement ran on April 5 & 12, 1856.
1856 June 28. The Polynesian. (Honolulu, Hawaii.) June 28, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 8, P. 3.
W. Benson’s Polynesian Daguerrean Gallery, Merchant Street, Over the Office of the “Pacific Commercial Advertiser.” Pictures Taken In Any Weather.
Advertisement ran from June 28, 1856 to January 31, 1857.
1856 July 2. The Pacific Advertiser. (Honolulu, Hawaii.) July 2, 1856, Vol 1. No. 1, P. 1.
W. Benson’s, Polynesian Daguerrean Rooms. Merchant Street, Over The Office of the “Pacific Commercial Advertiser.” Thankful for the liberal patronage he has hitherto enjoyed, Mr. B. would solicit the attention of the public to his new gallery where he will take pictures at all hours of the day, and in any weather. July 1, 1856.
Advertisement ran from July 2, 1856 to March 19, 1857.
1856 November 13. The Pacific Advertiser. (Honolulu, Hawaii.) November 13, 1857, Vol. 1, No. 20, P. 2.
Artistic.—The specimens of portraits painting which our friend Burgess has recently executed, are sufficient of themselves to recommend him to those who may require his services. The portraits of the King and Queen which hang at the post-office door, though only copied from daguerreotypes and not perfect, bear a close resemblance to the originals, and show that the artists possesses the elements of success and good taste. Strangers in town, as well as residents, who desire to secure portraits to send to their friends at home, will find it worth their while to call on Mr. Burgess, over to post-office, on Mr. Benson, Daguerrean Artist, over the Commercial printing rooms, or on Mr. Stangenwald, Ambrotype and Daguerreotypist, King street; either of whom, we guarantee, will give satisfaction in whatever they undertake.
1857 May 28. The Pacific Advertiser. (Honolulu, Hawaii.) May 28, 1857, Vol. I, No. 20, P. 2.
New Ambrotype Gallery. The undersigned would respectfully announce to the inhabitants of Honolulu and the public generally, that he has taken the rooms formerly occupied by Mr. Benson, over the Printing Office of the Commercial Advertiser, where he in now prepared to take Pictures On Glass And Paper, Known as the Patent Ambrotypes and Photographs. Having recently arrived from the United States, with good instruments and a new and extensive assortment of stock, he feels confident that he can give entire satisfaction to those who favor him with their patronage.
N. B. Pictures put up in a Variety Of Styles, to suit customers.
Rooms open from 9 A. M. to 12 P. M., and from 1 to 4 P. M. W. F. Howland.
Advertisement ran from May 28, 1857 to June 24, 1858.
1858 January 30. The Polynesian. (Honolulu, Hawaii.) January 30, 1858, Vol. XIV, No. 39, P. 8.
Passengers. Per St. Mary’s, for San Francisco [January 26] .—…W. Benson & Wife.
1856-1859 274 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey.
1856 April 28. Newark Daily Advertiser. (Newark, New Jersey.) April 28, 1856, Vol. XXV, No. 102, P. 3.
O. C. Benjamin’s Photographic & Ambrotype Gallery, No. 274 Broad St. Being determined to keep in advance of all opposition, I have added to my extensive Gallery that new and beautiful style of picture making familiarly known as Photography or Likenesses on Paper; and that I might present to my patrons the finest specimens of this art. I have at an enormous expense secured the services of Mr. H. D. W. Moulton, an artist who having invented the process he now uses, deservedly stands at the head of his profession, and is acknowledged by all to be the best Photographer in the United States—and having challenged the honorable competition of any and all true artist, has successfully carried away every prize for which he could find a competitor.
Pictures taken by this process can be multiplied to any extent with out one sitting of the person, and like the Ambrotype are true to nature, (not reversed.)
In addition to the above I have increased my facilities for making Ambrotypes, and am better prepared by the introduction of the latest improvements to outdo all former efforts, and would here cordially extend an invite to all to call and see specimens, whether in want of pictures or not. Pictures in the above styles can be had at this Gallery of any size from the size of life to the smallest miniature, colored (by the first artists) or plain, as may suit the taste of a discriminating public. Please remember the number. 247 Broad st.
Advertisement ran from April 28 to May 12, 1856.
1856 May 24. Newark Daily Advertiser. (Newark, New Jersey.) May 24, 1856, Vol. XXV, No. 125, P. 3.
O. C. Benjamin’s Photographic & Ambrotype Gallery, No. 274 Broad St. Being determined to keep in advance of all opposition, I have added to my extensive Gallery that new and beautiful style of picture making familiarly known as Photography or Likenesses on Paper; and that I might present to my patrons the finest specimens of this art. I have at an enormous expense secured the services of Mr. H. D. W. Moulton, an artist who having invented the process he now uses, deservedly stands at the head of his profession, and is acknowledged by all to be the best Photographer in the United States—and having challenged the honorable competition of any and all true artist, has successfully carried away every prize for which he could find a competitor.
Pictures taken by this process can be had of the largest as well as the smallest sizes colored by the first artists, or plain as may suit the taste. Also they can be multiplied to any extent with but one sitting of the person, and like the Ambrotype are true to nature, (not reversed.) Let it be remembered that this is the only place where Life and Cabinet size pictures can be obtained; for, trusting that by supplying every want of a hitherto generous public, that a continuation of their favors may be secured, has spared no cost in fitting himself, both with large instruments and apparatus to make first class pictures for the drawing room or pocket. Ambrotypes with all the latest improvements, put up with an indestructible gum, which renders them permanent, and which will not crack, fade or injure in any climate. Let not the public be deceived by certain persons calling the Ambrotyped patent for it is not. The only patent that exists in connection with this picture is the securing of the image, already made by a certain balsam, which upon any one taking an interest in the matter I will convince is the worst of substances that can be brought in contact with a picture of this character, for on exposing it to the action of the sun, it blisters and cleaves from the glass, consequently the picture is ruined. For proof of this set any one expose a plate sealed in this way to the above test, and as seeing is believing, they will be doubly convinced.
In a word all are invited to call, whether in want of a picture or not, and rest assured that every endeavor will be made to please the most fastidious taste, both in size and quality.
N. B.—Old Daguerreotype pictures, &c., copied and enlarged to any size.
Children taken instantaneously, and family groups, Ambrotyped or Photographed as perfect as single pictures.
Please remember the Gallery, No. 274 Broad st.
Advertisement ran from May 24 to June 12, 1856.
1856 June 13. Newark Daily Advertiser. (Newark, New Jersey.) June 13, 1856, Vol. XXV, No. 142, P. 3.
To You All. Again I would call the attention of my numerous patrons ad the public generally to the self-evident fact that we are producing Photographs from the miniature to the cabinet size, surpassing in beauty ad delicacy of finish any even offered in America, and I challenge the artist of the Union to produce by any or all of their peculiar processes, small Photographs (their forte) equal to the double, whole and cabinet sizes which are the daily productions of that celebrated Photographer, Moulton, now an attaché of my Gallery, No. 247 Broad St. Also, to complete my facilities in the Photographic department, I have made arrangements with the first artists in the country (whose reputation and artistic productions are not to be surpassed) to give to those wishing them these beautiful pictures with their natural color and expression, making them a perfect counterpart of nature.
My Ambrotyping and Daguerreotyping keep pace with Photography, they being as much superior in every respect to those taken by others as our exertions and facilities are greater tha theirs.
All will please to remember that a good likeness artistically finished ever pleases the eye, cost what it may, it is always satisfactory. I do not intend to make pictures cheaper, but better and more than double the size than any other Gallery can produce in New Jersey. For proof of the above, please call and examine the new specimens of some of our well-known citizens. Prices reasonable, according to size, finish and quality. N. B.—Children taken instantaneously.
All kinds of pictures copied and enlarged to any size. O. C. Benjamin, 274 Broad st.
Advertisement ran from June 13 to September 17, 1856.
1859 July 20. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) July 20, 1859, Whole No. 8353, P. 6.
Wanted—Two Artist To Color Photographs in water and pastille. P. C. Benjamin[1], Photographer, 274 Broad st., Newark, N. J.
1859 November 15. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) November 15, 1859, Whole No. 8471, P. 7.
Wanted—Two Artists To Color Photographs in oil, water and pastille. Inquire at Benjamin’s, 274 Broad Street, Newark, N. J.
[1] Probably Orrin C. Benjamin
1854-1856 293 Broadway, New York, New York.
1857-1860 65 Chatham, New York, New York.
1860 210 Bowery, New York, New York.
1862-1873 2 New Chambers, New York, New York.
1863 151 Fourth, New York, New York.
1853 New York City Directories (New York, New York.) 1853/1854 published by John Fowler Trow.
Not listed in residence directory.
1854 New York City Directories (New York, New York.) 1854/1855 published by John Fowler Trow.
Beniczky, K. W.—Daguerreotypes, 293 Broadway.
1855 New York City Directories (New York, New York.) 1855/1856 published by John Fowler Trow.
Not listed in residence directory.
1856 New York City Directories (New York, New York.) 1856/1857 published by John Fowler Trow.
Beniczky, Kornel W.—Artist, 293 Broadway.
Burgess, Nathan G., (Burgess & Beniczky), Photographers, 293 Broadway.
1857 New York City Directories (New York, New York.) 1857/1858 published by John Fowler Trow.
Beniczky, Cornelius—Photographer, 65 Chatham, h-287 Fourth.
Burgess, Nathan G., (Burgess & Beniczky), Photographers, 293 Broadway.
1858 New York City Directories (New York, New York.) 1858/1859 published by John Fowler Trow.
Beniczky, Cornelius—Photographer, 65 Chatham
1859 New York City Directories (New York, New York.) 1859/1860 published by John Fowler Trow.
Beniczky, Kornel W.—Photographer, 65 Chatham, h-114 Chrystle
1860 New York City Directories (New York, New York.) 1860/1861 published by John Fowler Trow.
Beniczky, Kornel W. & Co.—Photographers, 209 Bowery & 65 Chatham, h289 Madison.
1861 New York City Directories (New York, New York.) 1861/1862 published by John Fowler Trow.
Beniczky, Kornel W. Not listed.
1862 New York City Directories (New York, New York.) 1862/1863 published by John Fowler Trow.
Beniczky, Cornelius W.—Photographer—2 New Chambers, h-289 Madison
1863 New York City Directories (New York, New York.) 1863/1864 published by John Fowler Trow.
Beniczky, Cornelius W.—Photographer—2 New Chambers,& 151 Fourth, h-59 West Washington Place.
1864 New York City Directories (New York, New York.) 1864/1865 published by John Fowler Trow.
Beniczky, Kornel W.—Photographer—2 New Chambers, h-59 West Washington Place.
1865 New York City Directories (New York, New York.) 1865/1866 published by John Fowler Trow.
Beniczky, Kornel W.—Photographer—2 New Chambers, h-59 West Washington Place.
1866 New York City Directories (New York, New York.) 1866/1867 published by John Fowler Trow.
Beniczky, Kornel W.—Photographer—2 New Chambers, h-82 Sixth Ave.
1867-1873 New York City Directories (New York, New York.) 1867/1868-1873/1874, published by John Fowler Trow.
Beniczky, Kornel W.—Photographer—2 New Chambers, h-59 West Washington Place.
1874 New York City Directories (New York, New York.) 1874/1875, published by John Fowler Trow.
Beniczky, Sarah, wid. Kornel W.—Photographer—2 New Chambers, h-59 West Washington Place.
1856 April 16. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) April 16, 1856, Whole No. 7170, P. 6.
To Artists.—Wanted. An Artist, Who Understands the art of painting photographs, to go to a Southern city, to whom a liberal price will be paid. Apply immediately at Burgess & Beniczky’s photographic gallery. 293 Broadway, up stairs.
1856 May 6. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) May 6, 1856, Whole No. 7190, P. 5.
Pearl Ambrotypes.—A New Discovery in ambrotypes.—Pearl ambrotypes, which possess all the brilliancy and whiteness of a daguerreotype, are taken only at 293 Broadway, by Burgess & Beniczey (sic.). Pupils taught this new art. Photographs taken for $1; colored, for $5, by A. Cosmas, artist, from Paris.
1856 June 17. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) June 17, 1856, Whole No. 7237, P. 7.
For Sale—A Splendid Uniform Belonging to an officer of the 69th Regiment N. Y. S. M., consisting of cap, coat, epaulettes, sword, belt, pants, &c. To be sold low, on immediate application at Burgresss and Beniczky’s photographic rooms, 293 Broadway.
1856 October 27. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) October 27, 1856, Whole No. 7363, P. 5.
Fremont, Filmore and Buchanan.—Ambrotype portraits of Presidential candidates for sale, wholesale and retail, by Burgess & Beniczky, No. 293 Broadway. Agents wanted.
1873 December 2. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 2, 1873, Whole No. 13,617, P. 8.
Mortuary Notice. Beniczky. On Monday December 1, at his residence, No. 59 West Washington Place, K. W/ Beniczky, aged 43 years.
Ca.1853-1854 77 Main Street, Richmond, Virginia.
1855 Address Unknown, Baltimore, Maryland.
1856-1857 110 Main Street, Richmond, Virginia.
1858 145 Main Street, Richmond, Virginia.
1859 205 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.
1854 June 13. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) June 13, 1854, Vol. IV, No. 199, P. 2.
Daguerreotyping.—Mr. Daniel Bendann, an operator at Whitehurst’s Daguerrean Gallery in this city, has shown us some very beautiful specimens of his art, in some views, taken by himself, of the handsome residence of Mr. Stewart, on Brook Avenue. The beautiful Mansion, embowered in a grove; the family group gathered upon the porch; the horses and carriage seen, at a little distance, in the shade of the trees, all are the very counterpart of life. Mr. Bendann deserves great credit for this work. He is a young artist, who has been for several years associated with the accomplished Mr. Metcalf, the principal operator in Whitehurst’s gallery. He bids fair to be an ornament to his profession.
1856 March 31. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) March 31, 1856, Vol. IX, No. 73, P. 2.
A Card.—The subscriber for the last three years connected with the establishment of Mr. J. H. Whitehurst in this city, and lately at Baltimore, begs leave to inform his friends and the public generally, that he has taken the commodious and well arranged rooms No. 110 Main street, next door above Mitchell & Tyler’s jewelry store, and fitted them up thoroughly, in a neat and elegant manner, for the purpose of conducting the Ambrotype, Photograph and Daguerreotype Business, with all their latest improvements; and hopes that by strict attention to business, and by the production of good pictures, to merit a liberal share of the public patronage.
Respectfully, Daniel Bendann.
A nice front room, suitable for a single gentleman, for rent, low. Inquire at the Gallery.
Advertisement ran from March 31 to April 1, 1856.
1856 April 5. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) April 5, 1856, Vol. IX, No. 78, P. 2.
Notice.—I have just received a lot of Fancy Cases for Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, and would invite those wishing Pictures to give me a call, as I have no doubt of being able to please.
D. Bendann’s Photographic Gallery, 110 Main st., next door to Mitchell & Tylers.
A front room over the gallery for rent.
Advertisement ran from April 5 to 8, 1856.
1856 April 15. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) April 15, 1856, Vol. IX, No. 86, P. 2.
To get an easy and graceful position, either in an Ambrotype, Photograph, or Daguerreotype, go to D. Bendann‘s Gallery, who has the most happy faculty of getting that pleasant expression so desirable in a Picture; and as his prices are reasonable, he would request those wishing a counterpart of themselves to give him a call.
Gallery 110 Main street, next door above Mitchell & Tyler’s Jewelry store.
Advertisement ran April 15 & 16, 1856.
1856 April 17. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) April 17, 1856, Vol. IX, No. 88, P. 2.
To get an easy and graceful position, either in an Ambrotype, Photograph, or Daguerreotype, go to D. Bendann‘s Gallery, who has the most happy faculty of getting that pleasant expression so desirable in a Picture; and as his prices are reasonable, he would request those wishing a counterpart of themselves to give him a call.
Gallery 110 Main street, next door above Mitchell & Tyler’s Jewelry store.
1856 June 1. Photographic and fine Arts Journal. (New York, New York.) June 1, 1856, Vol. IX, No. 6, P. 217.
In an article entitled the Photographic Galleries of America. Number Three, Richmond. The author visited 7 Galleries in Richmond.
Sic. Bendon. — Photographs seem to be this artist’s forte; he was the first to introduce them to any extent in this city. I believe he has done a brisk business, since he commenced, a few months ago, which is calculated to keep up one’s spirit, but with this artist it has had a contrary effect, for right in the midst of his business he took the Blues (a military company), and has not got entirely rid of them yet, although he has been taking golden pills from them daily. His large photographs of Gov. Wise and Wm. P. Ritchie, are fine specimens of the art. His ambrotypes are not so numerous nor so good as his paper pictures. If he would take a few lessons from some first-rate
ambrotypist, he could excel in that, as he now does, in all the other branches of the art.
1856 June 6. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) June 6, 1856, Vol. IX, No. 131, P. 2.
Richmond L. I. Blues.—I take pleasure in informing those ladies who have been desirous of seeing the Photographic Likenesses of the Richmond L. I. Blues, (active and honorary members,) that they are now ready and on exhibition at my Gallery, where they and the public are most cordially invited to call and see them. The set consists of one Hundred and Twenty-Five Pictures.
Dan’l Bendann, 110 Main st., Next door above Mitchell & Tyler’s Jewelry Store.
Advertisement ran from June 6 to 11, 1856.
1856 June 13. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) June 13, 1856, Vol. IX, No. 136, P. 2.
Some persons seem to be laboring under the mistake, that because the better class of our community patronize Bendann’s Photographic Gallery, his prices are higher than other establishments. He would inform the public that ladies and gentlemen will go to his Gallery, not only to Get Pictures cheaper than anywhere else, but also because they are not persuaded to take a Picture unless it pleases.
Dan’l Bendann, 110 Main st., Next door above Mitchell & Tyler’s Jewelry Store.
Advertisement ran from June 12 to 14, 1856.
1856 June 16. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) June 16, 1856, Vol. IX, No. 139, P. 2.
It is to be regretted that so little attention is paid by the soi dissant Artist of the present day, to the prose and expressions of their subjects. Bendann seems to be endowed with the rare faculty of getting that ease of position and naturalness of expression, so desirable, but seldom attained, in pictures, Photographs, Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes in their perfection, upon the most accommodating terms at Dan’l Bendann, 110 Main st., Next door above Mitchell & Tyler’s Jewelry Store.
Advertisement ran from June 16 to 19, 1856.
1856 July 2. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) July 2, 1856, Vol. X, No. 2, P. 2.
The Photograph, multiplied an infinitum; the Ambrotype, visible on both sides of the plate, and the brilliant Daguerreotype—all can be gotten, finished in the most elaborate manner, at Bendann’s Photographic Gallery, and that, too, upon the most reasonable terms. Call and examine specimens. 110 Main st., Next door above Mitchell & Tyler’s.
For Rent—Two most desirable front rooms over my Gallery, suitable for single gentlemen.
Dan’l Bendann.
Advertisement ran from July 2 to 4, 1856.
1856 July 10. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) July 10, 1856, Vol. X, No. 9, P. 2.
Great inducement to those wishing Fine Pictures.—In consequence of the general dullness of business during the month of July, I will take Photographs, Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes, at greatly reduced prices. The best of work made, and no picture sold unless it pleases. I would only invite a call, having no doubt of being able to please the most fastidious. Particular attention paid to children’s pictures. Call early at D. Bendann’s 110 Main st., Next door above Mitchell & Tyler’s.
Advertisement ran from July 10 to 12, 1856.
1856 August 12. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) August 12, 1856, Vol. X, No. 37, P. 2.
Oh, dear, what a Picture, rare!
Exclaimed a maiden, pure and fair.
Where had you that Ambrotype made?
With such graduations of light and shade?
At Bendann’s Gallery, where I am sure
You as fine a one can procure;
And he’ll not charge you near as much
As some ignorant, pretending botch.
And if the first one you should not pleasing find,
He’d soon make one more suited to your mind.
Bendann’s Photographic Gallery, 110 main street.
1856 September 4. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) September 4, 1856, Vol. X, No. 57, P. 2.
A good Picture consists not only in a mere likeness of a person, but it should also possess that person’s natural expression—not tortured into that unmeaning stare so observable in most Sun-Pictures. The real artist will not brook a solitary position into which to force old and young, grave and gay, but diversified it so as to harmonise (sic.) with his subject. To get an Ambrotype or Photograph, to reflect you naturally, we would advise you to try D. Bendann’s Photographic Gallery, 110 Main st., next door above Mitchell & Tyler’s.
Advertisement ran from September 4 to 6, 1856.
1856 October 13. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) October 13, 1856, Vol. X, No. 100, P. 2.
Something new, beautiful and meritorious—eclipsing anything yet attempted in the way of Pictures. They gave a prominence of relief and softness of tint never before attained. In them we also avoid the somber look heretofore so objectionable in Ambrotypes, and as the sitting is but a second, it is invaluable for children. The subscriber has spared neither pains or expense to introduce this truly beautiful art in this city, and hopes that an appreciative public will give him their support. He produces faultless portraits in all weather, and at all hours of the day. D. Bendann, Gallery, 110 Main st., next door above Mitchell & Tyler’s.
Advertisement ran October 13 & 14, 1856.
1856 October 28. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) October 28, 1856, Vol. X, No. 113, P. 2.
Bendann’s Photographic Gallery is the resort of those wishing the artistic and natural representations of themselves, not those stiff and wooden things called Pictures. An easy and graceful position is as necessary to a good picture as a good fit for a garment; without it both are tasteless. Photographs, Ambrotypes, Stereographs, and Daguerreotypes, taken in a style unsurpassed; and as his charges are so moderate as to put his work within the reach of all, he would solicit a call, at 110 main street, next door above Mitchell & Tyler’s.
Advertisement ran on October 28 & 29, 1856.
1856 November 11. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) November 11, 1856, Vol. X, No. 125, P. 1.
Awards Of The Mechanics’ Institute. Made November 8, 1856 ….Class No. XLIII—Ambrotypes, Photographs, Daguerreotypes and Materials.
Ambrotypes, by Peter E. Gibbs, a silver medal.
Photographs, by J. H. Whitehurst, first class diploma.
Photographs, by D. Bendann, second class diploma.
1856 November 18. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) November 18, 1856, Vol. X, No. 131, P. 2.
Bendann’s Star Gallery of Photographs and Ambrotypes, continues to be the resort of those wishing tasty and faithful Portraits of themselves, friends, and children. He produces faultless Portraits in all weathers, and at all hours of the day. A call is cordially invited, to examine specimens, at 110 Main street, next door above Mitchell & Tyler’s Jewelry Store, where pictures are warranted to please, or no charge. D. Bendann.
Advertisement ran from November 18 to 20, 1856.
1856 December 23. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) December 23, 1856, Vol. X, No. 161, P. 2.
The most appropriate and desirable Christmas or New Year’ Gift, either to a parent, child or friend, is an enduring copy of yourself. You must have a good one, however. For such a one, go to Bendann’s Photographic Gallery, and get one of those Chrystal Miniatures, he is so justly famed for. They are really gems of art. Should you wish several, he will duplicate you into a half dozen Photographs at but little more cost than you would have to pay elsewhere for a single picture. Gallery 110 Main street, next door above Mitchell & Tyler.
Advertisement ran from December 23 to 25, 1856.
1857 February 16. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) February 16, 1857, Vol. XI, No. 40, P. 2.
Something Novel and Piquant.—having greater facilities than ever, to make that beautiful style “of picture, the Photograph,” and being enabled to make an indefinite number of copies from a single sitting. I will, if ladies and gentlemen form clubs, from ten to fifty of their friends, take their Portraits, and furnish each of them with an illustrated album of the whole, or place them into any style of Book or Album, at a small cost, there by enabling persons to have a gallery of their friends, and a valuable ornament at the same time. Call and see specimens at Bendann’s Photographic Gallery, 110 main street, next door above Mitchell & Tyler’s.
Advertisement ran from February 16 to 18, 1857.
1857 April 3. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) April 3, 1857, Vol. XI, No. 80, P. 2.
Free and interesting Exhibition.—Bendann has just returned from Washington with a fine Photograph of President Buchanan delivering his inaugural Address. Also, Photographs from life of the following distinguished gentlemen: Ex-President Pierce, Senators Butler and Toombs, General Cass and Quitman, Lieut. Maury of the National Observatory, Messrs. Orr of S. C., Faulkner and Letcher of Va., Geo. Peabody, Esq.; the late lamented Preston S. Brooks and Jno. M. Clayton; several committees of congress, and others. The public are cordially invited to call and see them at Bendann’s Gallery of Photography, 110 Main st., next door above Mitchell & Tyler’s.
Advertisement ran April 3 & 4, 1857.
1858 January 28. The Daily Dispatch. (Richmond, Virginia.) January 28, 1858, Vol. XIII, No. 24, P. 2.
Splendid Photograph Of The Monument And Equestrian Statue, taken by D. Bendann, at Sanxay & Co.’s. Photographic Rooms, where duplicates are exhibited and for sale. 145 Main street, sign of Gothic Window.
1859 November 2. The Daily Exchange. (Baltimore, Maryland.) November 2, 1859, Vol. IV, No. 526, P.1.
Closing Of The Fair. Yesterday evening the twelfth annual exhibition of works of industry and art at the Maryland Institute, closed in the presence of a large an assemblage as has been convened since its opening—the Blues’ band being present during the evening….Award of Premiums…Class No. 43.—
Bendann & Bros., for Retouched Photographs, Silver Medal.
F. W. & R. King, for Stereoscopic and View Cameras, Silver Medal.
1857-1865 117 Hanover Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]
1858. Charlestown City Directory. (Charlestown, Massachusetts.) P. 43.
John R. Bell’s Daguerreotype, Ambrotype, and Photographic Rooms, No. 117 Hanover St., cor. Friend St., Boston.
Copies from Paintings, Statuary, and everything appertaining to the art, executed in the best style, and at the lowest rates.
[1] Directory of Massachusetts Photographers, 1839-1900.
1859 30 Sycamore Street, Petersburg, Virginia.
1859 May 11. The Daily Express. (Petersburg, Virginia.) May 11, 1859, Vol. IX, No. 112, Whole No. 3015, P. 2.
Bell’s Gallery No. 30 Sycamore Street—Better Cases and Finer Pictures for the money than can be had any where else in Petersburg Price 50 cts. , $1 and upwards.
1855 11 & 12 Street Building, New Haven, Connecticut.
1855-1859 144 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut.
1855 June 4. Morning Journal and Courier. New Haven, Connecticut.) June 4, 1855, Vol. X, P. 2.
Copartnership Notice. The subscribers would notify their patrons and the public generally, that they have formed a Copartnership under the firm of Beers & Mansfield for the transaction of the Daguerrean business in all its branches. Wm. A. Beers, Sereno Mansfield, “Union Daguerrean Gallery.”
Owing to the above arrangement, having united the rooms formerly occupied by Mr. Wm. A. Judson, in Elliot’s Building, with those of Wm. A. Beers, Street’s Building, and having thoroughly refitted and improved the interior of both Galleries, we are prepared to execute Pictures of any and all styles at either establishments, in the most artistic manner, and with all the modern improvements of the profession. Our splendid collection of specimen pictures on exhibition are well worthy the attention of those who are (or may be) in want of a likeness, either for themselves or their friends, as we warrant all our own work to be unsurpassed by any Operator in the trade. Our instruments are of the best manufacture now in use, and our stock of the most superior quality, therefore, we flatter ourselves that with this superiority, together our double advantage of a side and sky light, we can please all our patrons in all respects, as at no other Gallery in the State are the same conveniences secured. Likenesses of infants and Children taken in a few seconds, and warranted perfect to life. A liberal discount made to families or groups. Our arrangements for taking sick or deceased persons is second to none. We also take views of Churches and all other Buildings, either in or out of town, at short notice and on reasonable terms.
Tendering our thanks to patrons for past favors, we hope by strict attention and “superior work” to merit a continuance of the same.
Instruction given in the Art.
Hours of Operating from 7 A. M. to 7 P. M.
Prices of Pictures, from 50 cents to $30. Beers & Mansfield, Practical Daguerrean Artists, Union Gallery, No. 144 Eliot’s Building, and 11 & 12 Street Building.
Advertisement ran from June 4 to 7, 1855.
1855 November 24. Morning Journal and Courier. New Haven, Connecticut.) November 24, 1855, Vol. X, P. 2.
Photographic Portraits On Glass. The Proprietors of the Union Daguerrean Establishment would respectfully call the attention of the public to this entirely new process for taking the most beautiful pictures on glass. By the Photographic method, a likeness is obtained far superior to any produced by either the Ambrotype, The Photographic, or the Daguerrean. Muck less time being required in the process than by those methods, the Photogenic is peculiarly adapted for taking of children and family groups, a true and life-like expression being thereby much more readily obtained. Having received instructions of a superior artist and skillful operator of New York city, and having fitted up our rooms expressly for this purpose, we would respectfully request any to favor us with a call who may wish for a First-Rate Portrait on glass, or by the Daguerrean process.
N. B.—Pictures copied, and old Daguerreotypes removed and replaced by the Photogenic.
Prices made satisfactory.
Photogenic and Daguerrean Gallery, 142 Chapel st. Elliot’s Building. Beers & Mansfield, Artist.
Advertisement ran from November 24 to 29, 1855.
1855 December 3. Morning Journal and Courier. New Haven, Connecticut.) December 3, 1855, Vol. X, P. 2.
What A Perfect Resemblance! How beautiful it is taken! Are the remarks that are made daily by crowds of Ladies and Gentlemen, who visit our Gallery, and take away with them one of our specimens of the Daguerrean or Photogenic art. Pictures on glass executed by us are pronounced by competent judges far superior to any other process, for taking a correct likeness, ever offered to the public.
Prices in all cases made satisfactory.
N. B.—All pictures warranted not to fade or corrode in the least. Children and groups taken extraordinary. Call soon at Beers & Mansfield’s Photogenic and Daguerrean Gallery, Elliot’s Building 144 Chapel st.
Advertisement ran from December 3 to 10, 1855.
1855 December 11. Morning Journal and Courier. New Haven, Connecticut.) December 11,
1855, Vol. X, P. 2.
Those Pictures on Glass That are on exhibition, and are daily taken, at the Union Gallery, seemed to please all who have examined and procured one. The brilliant tone and life-like appearance cannot be surpassed. By the way Daguerreotypes executed by us are pronounced by good judges to be as good, if not a little better, than pictures which are generally taken. We Invite all to give us a call, and examine our specimen, as we should be happy to exhibit them.
Read this. Our prices are cheaper than at any other establishment in the city, and our Cases, Frames and Lockets superior in finish and durability.
N. B.—Children taken life-like and cheap.
Remember the place, Beers & Mansfield’s Photogenic and Daguerrean Gallery, 144 Chapel st. Room 5 and 7 Elliot’s Building.
Advertisement ran from December 11 to 15, 1855.
1855 December 18. Morning Journal and Courier. New Haven, Connecticut.) December 18, 1855, Vol. X, P. 3.
Beauty Restored! The Greatest Praise Awarded To Beers & Mansfield. For their superior pictures on Glass. Also, for their highly finished Daguerreotypes, which are daily taken in large numbers at their Gallery, We would most respectfully remind the Ladies and Gentlemen of New Haven, and all who intend to procure a Likeness for the Holidays, that we have made ample arrangements for the accommodation of all who may see fit to favor us with their patronage. We have a good assortment of Cases, Frames, &c. all of which we have marked much below the usual prices. Our $1.00 Pictures will be sold at 75 cents, and others in proportion—until after the Holidays.
Remember the place, Beers and Mansfield’s Photogenic and Daguerrean Gallery, 144 Chapel st. Rooms 5 and 7 Elliot’s Building.
Advertisement ran from December 18 to 20, 1855.
1855 December 24. Morning Journal and Courier. New Haven, Connecticut.) December 24, 1855, Vol. X, P. 3.
Unfading Gifts. Something Splendid For Holiday Presents. What can be more suitable for a token of affection and esteem, or for a Holliday Present, than one of those life-like and unfading Glass or Daguerreotype portraits executed by Beers & Mansfield. Ladies and Gentlemen, we would respectfully remind you, that in making our selection of Cases, Frames, &c. we have not forgot to secure a good assortment, (many of them new patterns, never before offered to the public,) all of which are now ready, and on exhibition at our Gallery, for you to select from. We have reduced our prices very low, and shall do our best to please all In Cases, Picture and Price. $1 Pictures are reduced to 75 cents. All others in proportion.
We will close by wishing you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Our Rooms will be open all day Christmas and New Years. Please remember the number, and give us a call. Beers & Mansfield, Artists, Rooms 5,6 and 7 Elliot’s Building, 144 Chapel st.
Advertisement ran from December 24 to 31, 1855.
1859 January 1. Columbian Register. (New Haven, Connecticut.) January 1, 1859, Vol. XLVII, No. 2406, P. 3.
Christmas and New Year’s. Grand Attraction. Something very appropriate for Holiday Presents! Imperishable Gifts. Beers Mansfield’s, at 144 Chapel st., Is The Place. We wish to call the particular attention to our patrons and all seekers of something beautiful, durable and truly appropriate for a holiday present, to our splendid assortment of Cases, Frames, etc., many of them entirely new patterns, purchased especially for this occasion. It is our intention to insert in them any style of Photograph, Ambrotype, or Daguerreotype (including the hermetically sealed
1856 Opposite the Gardiner Hotel, Gardiner, Maine. [1]
1857 Address and Location Unknown, Maine.
1859-1860 103 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[2]
1857 October 8. Maine Farmer. (Augusta, Maine.) October 8, 1857, Vol. XXV, No. 42, P. 1.
Show & Fair Of The So. Kennebec AG. Society. The Fifth Exhibition of this Society occurred at Gardiner, on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 23d, 24th, and 25th ults. We are indebted to the report of the Bath Tribune for the substance of the following account….
Paintings, Drawings, &c…
Best display of Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes, dip. A. H. Beals; for Photographs, $1, do; Painted Photographs, $1, Beals & Butman; Ambrotypes, 75c, H. M. Green.
1859 February 19. Maine Rural. (Gardiner, Maine.) February 19, 1859, Vol. 1, No. 1, P. 4.
Notice. Photographs And Ambrotypes. (repeated six times.) The subscriber would respectfully inform the citizens of Gardiner and Vicinity that he has take the Gallery Formerly occupied by Beal’s, opposite the Gardiner Hotel, and is prepared to execute all work pertaining to the Photographic Art, In all its branches, in the Best Manner, And hopes by fair and honorable dealings to merit the public favor and patronage. J. S. Variell, Gardiner, Jan. 22, 1857.
Possibly A. H. Beal who was active in
N. D.-1853 86 Factory Island, Saco, Maine.
1854 Room over Hill’s Confectionery Store, Biddeford, Maine.
[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.
[2] Directory of Massachusetts Photographers, 1839-1900.
1860 Markham Street, over the Post Office, Little Rock, Arkansas.
1860 May 12. Arkansas True Democrat. (Little Rock, Arkansas.) May 12, 1860, Vol. 17, No. 22, P. 2.
Our Arkansas Gallery.—For a year or more we have been collecting pictures of places and prominent persons in Arkansas, and have succeeded in getting up quite a little gallery. Among others, we are indebted to Mr. E. A. Hines, for an excellent likeness of Capt. Pike, and to Mr. Wm. Batt, the daguerrean artist for some views. One is a view of the Woodruff building, another of the Ashley mansion in this city, and still another of the city of Napoleon in this State.
Mr. Batt’s establishment is on Markham street, on the corner of the block above the post-office, where he furnishes excellent ambrotypes for 25 and 50 cents.
Pioneer American Photographers, 1839 - 1860 