Tag Archives: Daguerreotypist

Thomas A. Linton

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1853                146 Main Street, Richmond, Virginia.

Thomas A. Linton was recorded in an advertisement that ran from October 8 to 21, 1853 in The Daily Dispatch (Richmond, Virginia).  Still They Come—The subscribers take pleasure in calling the attention of the public to their superior style of flesh colored Daguerreotypes.  They are not only approved by all who see them, but all are anxious to obtain a copy of themselves, relatives or friends.  The demand is great, and still increasing, and while the weather is good we would say, come one, come all—our prices are moderate, and pictures superb.  Satisfaction shall be given or no charge will be made.

While we do not say that our pictures are the best in the world, we do say that they are superior to some, and inferior to none—as the throng of customers who visit our gallery can testify.

Call and examine the beautiful work of art, whether you wish pictures or not, at No. 146 Main street, a few doors below the Exchange Bank.  Minnis & Watson.

I would be pleased to have my friends call upon me at M. & W.’s gallery, Thos. A. Linton, Assistant.

Thomas A. Linton is not listed in other photographic directories.

Loozinski L. Lewis

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1856                663 Broadway, New York, New York.[1]

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

L. L. Lewis, Broadway — I admired these pictures especially for their regularity. They are sharp and clear ; the eyes are well defined and show some animation. I was much pleased with the arrangements.

Loozinski L. Lewis is recorded in other photographic directories, but is included here because of the first-hand account of his work.

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

 

E. R. Lewis

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1859                Rooms above Evans & Son’s store, Ebensburg, Pennsylvania.

E. R. Lewis was recorded in two announcements in The Alleghanian (Ebensburg, Pennsylvania). The first announcement appeared on October 20, 1859. Personal Mention.—E. R. Lewis, the well-known Daguerrean Artist, was in town with his picture-taking apparatus, during the continuance of the Fair.  He was overwhelmed with work during his entire stay.  The people up here appreciate good artist, and he is one.

The second announcement appeared on December 8, 1859.  Daguerrean Artist.—E. R. Lewis, the celebrated artist, is in town.  Those who are disposed to “secure the shadow ere the substance fades,” should certainly give him a call, as he has carved for himself the reputation of being the best “picture-taker” in the county.  He can be consulted, for this week only, at his rooms, above Evans & Son’s store.

E. R. Lewis is not recorded in other photographic directories as being active in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania. Directory of Pennsylvania Photographers 1839-1900 does list an E. R. Lewis as being active in Pittston, Pennsylvania in 1861-1862, but it’s unknown if they are the same person.

E. N. Lewis

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1858                12 Market Space, Washington, D. C.

E. N. Lewis was recorded in one advertisement that ran from August 7 to 11, 1858 in the Evening Star (Washington, D. C.) Call At Scott’s Bookstore On Pa. avenue, between 14th and 16th streets, and get a dollar Book and a Daguerreotype for only one dollar….Daguerreotypes will be taken by that excellent artist E. N. Lewis, at Mrs. Redmond’s Gallery, No. 12 Market Space, and by R. C. Woodley, 312 E street.

E. N. Lewis is not recorded in other photographic directories. Mrs. A. C. Redmond is recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry. R. C. Woodley is probably Knight C. Woodley, who is also recorded in Craig’s.

E. Levi

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1855-1856       Rooms at the Union Hotel, Clinton, Louisiana.

E. Levi was recorded in one advertisement that ran from November 24, 1855 to January 19, 1856 in The Feliciana Democrat (Clinton, Louisiana). Daguerrean Likenesses. The undersigned has taken rooms at the Union Hotel, and is prepared to take Daguerreotypes, for those who may favor him with a call.  He will only remain for the space of two or three weeks.  E. Levi.

E. Levi is not recorded in other photographic directories.

Mr. Letts

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1856                Address Unknown, Dundee, New York.

Mr. Letts appeared in one announcement on August 6, 1856 in the Penn Yan Democrat (Penn-Yan, New York).  A New Picture.—We were recently shown by Mr. Letts, of Dundee, an entirely new process of taking Daguerreotypes, of his own invention.  The pictures are taken on paper, and closely resemble very fine oil paintings, the natural color of the hair, face, clothing, &c., being accurately preserved.—We are informed that the coloring, &c., is all done at one process, and in less time than is required to take the ordinary daguerreotype.  This is doubtless one of the greatest improvements in the art yet discovered, and we hope that the highest expectations of the inventor, who is a practical Chemist and Daguerrean artist, may be realized.  We understand that he has already secured a patent for his invention.

The is possibly the same J. M. Lett listed in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry as being active in Dundee, New York in 1859.

J. S. Leonard

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1856                Rooms at the Court House, Newbury, South Carolina.                                          1856                Address Unknown, Greenwood, South Carolina.                                                    1856                Address Unknown, Cokesbury, South Carolina.                                                          1856                Rooms at Marshall House, Main Street, Abbeville, South Carolina.

J. S. Leonard in the partnership of Leonard & Adams was recorded in two advertisements and two announcements in The Independent Press (Abbeville, South Carolina). The first advertisement ran from February 22 to March 7, 1856.  Daguerreotypes at Fifty Cents.  Messrs. Leonard & Adams the famous and cheap Picture-makers, would respectfully inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Abbeville District, that they are coming from Newbury C. H., to Greenwood, Cokesbury, and will shortly be at Abbeville Court House.  All work done warranted to be at the first quality.

N. B.—They will be in Greenwood in a few days weather proving favorable.  J. S. Leonard. S. H. Adams.

The second advertisement ran from March 14 to April 4, 1856.  Daguerreotypes.  Daguerreotypes for 50 Cents!!  Messrs. Leonard & Adams The Famous and Cheap Picture-makers, would respectfully inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Abbeville District, that they are now at Abbeville C. H., where they will be prepared to take Daguerreotype Likenesses, in the course of two or three days, in the most perfect manner.

Having been engaged in the business a long time, and being posted in all the new and modern improvements of the art, they do not hesitate in saying that they can produce Likenesses equal, if not superior, to any heretofore taken in this place.

We would invite all those that want a perfect Likeness of themselves or friends to call early at our Gallery, in the upper story of the Marshall House, entrance door on Main street.  All work warranted to give satisfaction.  J. S. Leonard.  S. H. Adams.

The first announcement appeared on April 4, 1856.  Leonard & Adams, daguerreans, will remain in our village until Tuesday next, and those who have not yet visited their gallery should do so by that time.  They are worthy gentlemen and excellent artist.

The second announcement appeared on April 4, 1856.  Daguerreotypes.  Messrs. Leonard & Adams would respectfully announce to the citizens of Abbeville District that they will positively leave this place on Tuesday next.

All those in want of Daguerreotypes of themselves or friends will please call immediately.  Gallery in the upper story of the Marshall House, entrance door on Main Street.  J. S. Leonard.  S. H. Adams.

Both J. S. Leonard and S. H. Adams are recorded in other photographic directories, but, are included here for additional information the advertisements provide.

Professor Leine

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1855                165 Eighth Avenue, New York, New York.

Professor Leine was recorded in an advertisement for Edward P. Huylar on September 2, 1855 in The New York Herald (New York, New York).  Photograph’s—Plain or Colored, by Huylar, 165 Eighth avenue, having fitted up this gallery in connection with our daguerreotype business, we would be happy to have our friends give us a call.  E. Huylar, first operator; Professors Leine and Hunt assistants.

Professor Leine is not recorded in other photographic directories.  Edward P. Huylar is recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry as Edward P. Huylers.

Le Mire & Bouchez

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , ,

1856                Rooms in the Brick House, Opelousas, Louisiana.

Le Mire & Bouchez were recorded in one announcement and one advertisement in The Opelousas Courier (Opelousas, Louisiana).  The announcement ran on April 19, 1856.  Daguerreotype Artists.—In looking over our advertisement column, our readers will see that Messrs. Le Mire and Bouchez, have taken lodging in our town, and are now ready to take likenesses, landscapes, &c., by different processes, viz: Daguerreotype, Photography and Ambrotype.  All the specimens that we have seen at their saloon proves to us that they are no common artist and deserves a share of the public patronage.

The advertisement ran from April 19 to May 17, 1856.  Le Mire & Bouchez, Artist in Photography, Daguerreotype and Ambrotype.  having just arrived in Opelousas, and have taken rooms in the brick house, lately occupied by Mrs. Pigeon, as a Millinery store, where they are prepared to take  likenesses, pictures, landscapes, & c., on glass, paper or metal, according to the taste of those wishing to encourage them.

They intend to remain in this town but a few days, the public are invited to come and examine their specimens, which will be, they hope a sufficient encouragement to satisfy the most difficult, with a portrait, a correct view of a building, &c.   Opelousas.

Le Mire & Bouchez as partners or individuals, are not recorded in other photographic directories.

Lawyer

Daguerreotypes, ,

1849                Rooms Seneca Street, One door below Dr. Smith’s Office, Geneva, New York.

Lawyer of the partnership of Biteley & Lawyer was recorded in one announcement and two advertisements.  The announcement appeared on June 29, 1849 in the Geneva Daily Gazette  (Geneva, New York).  Mr. Editor:  I called the other day at the Daguerrean room of Messrs. Biteley & Lawyer, Seneca street, and was highly pleased and gratified to perceive the approximation towards perfection, if not perfection itself, to which this wonderful art has arrived.  I have seen Daguerreotypes, without number, but never any like those taken by the above named gentlemen.—The likenesses are so life-like and “true to nature,” that they excite admiration and astonishment.  They surpass every thing of the kind ever exhibited in our village; and those who wish to secure a correct picture of themselves or their friends, will do well to avail themselves of an opportunity which may not soon occur again.     S.

The first advertisement ran from July 6 to August 17, 1849 in the Geneva Daily Gazette  (Geneva, New York).  Glorious Opportunity!  The subscribers would say to the readers of the “Gazette,” that they have opened Daguerrean Rooms on Seneca street, one door below Dr. Smith’s office, where they may be found from 8 A. M. until sundown, not only ready and willing, but anxious to perform any and every service, in their line, for the public.  The subscribers claim to understand the Daguerrean business, and were not for their excessive modesty, would here insert various notices that they have received in different parts of the State, commending their likenesses.

The public are invited to call, and we will treat them as well as we know how, and sell them pictures if we can.  Bitely & Lawyer.

The second advertisement ran from August 24 to September 14, 1849 in the Geneva Daily Gazette (Geneva, New York).  One Dollar Daguerrean Gallery!  The subscriber, at the rooms heretofore occupied by Biteley & Lawyer, will put up Likenesses in good style for One Dollar.  N. B. Prices above for two weeks only. N. H. Biteley.

Lawyer is not recorded in other photographic directories as being active in Geneva.  One might speculate that it is E. Ralph Lawyer, but there is no concrete proof that it is.  Craig’s Daguerreian Registry does not list N. H. Biteley.  Craig does list a Bitely as a spelling variant for Brightly, it’s unknown if they are the same person.