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Hines, E. A.

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C.1843-1853   Address and Location Unknown

1854                Rooms over the Post Office, Little Rock, Arkansas.

1854-1855       Rooms over the Store of E. Marcus, Little Rock, Arkansas,

1857-1858       Corner Main and Markham Streets, Little Rock, Arkansas.

1858                Markham Street, opposite State House, Little Rock, Arkansas.

1859-1860       Address Unknown, Little Rock, Arkansas.

1853 November 11.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  November 11, 1853, Gazette Vol. XXXIV, No. 48, Democrat Vol. VIII, No. 27, P. 2.

Daguerrean Artist.—Attention is called to the card of Mr. Hines, Daguerrean Artist, published in to-day’s paper.  Mr. H. can do what he professes to do.  If any one doubt it try him.

1853 November 11.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  November 11, 1853, Gazette Vol. XXXIV, No. 48, Democrat Vol. VIII, No. 27, P. 3.

E. A. Hines, Daguerrean Artist, Room (same formerly occupied by Mr. Kellogg), upstairs in Witt’s three story building, nearly opposite the Anthony House.  Likenesses taken from full size plates, down to the smallest locket, breast-pins, or ring.  Work done in a fine style.  Persons wishing to sit for a picture will not be charged unless the picture gives satisfaction.—Having a large instrument, of the best style, family groups can be taken with facility and at a cost but little more than a single picture.  Call and see specimens. 

Advertisement ran from November 11, 1853 to February 10, 1854.

1854 April 18.  The True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  April 18, 1854, Old Series Vol. XI, New Series Vol. II, No. 27, P. 3.

E. A. Hines, Daguerrean Artist, Would respectfully inform the citizens of Little Rock and the country generally, that he has fitted up rooms over the post office, with good light and other conveniences, which enable him to take pictures of the finest tone and most artistic taste.—He would further state, that having on hand a large supply of fine stock, of every variety, he is determined to take pictures at very reduced prices, compared with former rates.  Persons in the city or country feeling disposed to have pictures true to life and of beautiful finish will please call and examine for themselves.  Persons desiring miniatures in lockets and breast-pins can be supplied, as he keeps on hand an assortment of those articles adapted to such purposes. 

He pledges himself that no exertion shall be withheld to render entire satisfaction.

The best time for operating is from 8 o’clock in the morning till four in the evening.

Advertisement ran from April 18 to November 15, 1854.

1854 May 18.  Arkansas Whig.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  May 18, 1854, Vol. 3, No. 52, P. 4.

E. A. Hines, Daguerrean Artist, Would respectfully inform the citizens of Little Rock and the country generally, that he has fitted up rooms over the post office, with good light and other conveniences, which enable him to take pictures of the finest tone and most artistic taste.—He would further state, that having on hand a large supply of fine stock, of every variety, he is determined to take pictures at very reduced prices, compared with former rates.  Persons in the city or country feeling disposed to have pictures true to life and of beautiful finish will please call and examine for themselves.  Persons desiring miniatures in lockets and breast-pins can be supplied, as he keeps on hand an assortment of those articles adapted to such purposes. 

He pledges himself that no exertion shall be withheld to render entire satisfaction.

The best time for operating is from 8 o’clock in the morning till four in the evening.  April 18, 1854.

Advertisement ran from May 18, 1854 to May 24, 1855.

1854 November 8.  The True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  November 8, 1854, Old Series Vol. XII, New Series Vol. III, No. 4, P. 2.

Mr. Hines has removed to the room over Marcus’s clothing store on Markham street, where he has a fine sky-light, and is well prepared to take pictures in the most perfect manner.

1854 November 22.  The True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  November 22, 1854, Old Series Vol. XII, New Series Vol. III, No. 6, P. 3.

E. A. Hines, Daguerrean Artist, Would respectfully inform the citizens of Little Rock and the country generally, that he has fitted up rooms over the store of E. Marcus, near the Anthony House, with good sky-light and other conveniences, which enable him to take pictures of the finest tone and most artistic taste.

He would further state, that having on hand a large supply of fine stock, of every variety, he is determined to take pictures at very reduced prices, compared with former rates.  Persons in the city or country feeling disposed to have pictures true to life and of beautiful finish will please call and examine for themselves.  Persons desiring miniatures in lockets and breast-pins can be supplied, as he keeps on hand an assortment of those articles adapted to such purposes. 

He pledges himself that no exertion shall be withheld to render entire satisfaction.

The best time for operating is from 8 o’clock in the morning till four in the evening.

Advertisement ran from November 22, 1854 to July 10, 1855.

1857 October 10.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 10, 1857, Gazette Vol. XXXVIII, No. 35, Democrat Vol. XII, No. 14, P. 2.

See Advertisement of E. A. Hines.  It is important to those concerned.

1857 October 10.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 10, 1857, Gazette Vol. XXXVIII, No. 35, Democrat Vol. XII, No. 14, P. 3.

Important Notice—Daguerrean Apparatus and Pictures for Sale.  E. A. Hines, Being desirous to close out his business, notifies all persons indebted to him to call and make payment, as they may save trouble and expense thereby.

Hines has, in his possession, many pictures which he is anxious to deliver to their owners.  All concerned will please call on him.

Hines also offers for sale, at reasonable prices, a lot of Cameras and stock, sufficient to start three Daguerrean, Ambrotype and other picture galleries.

Hines also offers for sale, a valuable lot of Books and specimens Pictures—to be sold either singly or by the lot.  Little Rock, Oct 9, 1857.

1857 October 17.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 17, 1857, Gazette Vol. XXXVIII, No. 36, Democrat Vol. XII, No. 15, P. 3.

E A. Hines, Artist, Has re-opened his gallery on the corner of Main and Markham streets, over Hezekiah’s Clothing Store, where he is prepared, with the latest improvements, to take Daguerreotypes, Melainotypes, Ambrotypes, And all styles of pictures, in the most improved and artistic manner.

Citizens and strangers will consult their own interests in visiting his Gallery, and procuring the best style of Pictures.  Satisfaction given in all cases, and charges reasonable.

Remember Hines’ Gallery, on the corner of Main and Markham streets, over Hezekiah’s Clothing Store, Little Rock.

Artists furnished with all kinds of goods pertaining to the art at fair prices.  Little Rock.

Advertisement ran on October 20 to

1857 October 20.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 20, 1857, Old Series Vol. XV, New Series Vol. VI, No. 2, P. 3.

E A. Hines, Artist, Has re-opened his gallery on the corner of Main and Markham streets, over Hezekiah’s Clothing Store, where he is prepared, with the latest improvements, to take Daguerreotypes, Melainotypes, Ambrotypes, And all styles of pictures, in the most improved and artistic manner.

Citizens and strangers will consult their own interests in visiting his Gallery, and procuring the best style of Pictures.  Satisfaction given in all cases, and charges reasonable.

Remember Hines’ Gallery, on the corner of Main and Markham streets, over Hezekiah’s Clothing Store, Little Rock.

Artists furnished with all kinds of goods pertaining to the art at fair prices.  Little Rock.

Advertisement ran on October 20 to August 18, 1858.

1858 August 25.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  August 25, 1858, Vol. 15, No. 46, P. 3.

Pictures!  Cheap Pictures!  E. A. Hines, Artist, Has removed his Picture Establishment from the corner of Main and Markham streets to the fine and capacious building opposite the State House, Known as the State Bank, having procured in this commodious building suitable rooms, affording a splendid light, and having the very best Instruments the market can afford, and also having some fifteen years experience in the business is prepared to give entire satisfaction in the Art of Photography in all its very branches—pictures on Glass, Leather, Paper, Melainotype and many other styles, too numerous to mention.  Citizens and strangers who may want any of the above named pictures shall receive his best efforts to please them in his profession.  At the very reduced prices at which he is now selling pictures, persons can not complain or neglect to get their pretty faces taken for want of money, for it is next to that of getting pictures without money and without price.

Remember Hines’ Gallery, on Markham street, opposite the State House, in the State Bank.

Instructions given in the Art.

Advertisement ran from August 25 to September 15, 1858.

1858 August 28.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  August 28, 1858, Gazette Vol. XXXIX, No. 19, Democrat Vol. XIII, No. 8, P. 3

Pictures!  Cheap Pictures!  E. A. Hines, Artist, Has removed his Picture Establishment from the corner of Main and Markham streets to the fine and capacious building opposite the State House, Known as the State Bank, having procured in this commodious building suitable rooms, affording a splendid light, and having the very best Instruments the market can afford, and also having some fifteen years experience in the business is prepared to give entire satisfaction in the Art of Photography in all its very branches—pictures on Glass, Leather, Paper, Melainotype and many other styles, too numerous to mention.  Citizens and strangers who may want any of the above named pictures shall receive his best efforts to please them in his profession.  At the very reduced prices at which he is now selling pictures, persons can not complain or neglect to get their pretty faces taken for want of money, for it is next to that of getting pictures without money and without price.

Remember Hines’ Gallery, on Markham street, opposite the State House, in the State Bank.

Instructions given in the Art.

Advertisement ran from August 28 to October 9, 1858.

1858 September 4.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  September 4, 1858, Gazette Vol. XXXIX, No. 20, Democrat Vol. XIII, No. 9, P. 2.

Hines has removed his portrait Gallery to the old State Bank building.  See adv’t.

1858 September 15.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  September 15, 1858, Vol. 15, No. 49, P. 3.

Ambrotypes For One Dollar!  E. A. Hines, Artist, Has removed his Picture Establishment from the corner of Main and Markham streets to the fine and capacious building opposite the State House, Known as the State Bank, having procured in this commodious building suitable rooms, affording a splendid light, and having the very best Instruments the market can afford, and also having some fifteen years experience in the business is prepared to give entire satisfaction in the Art of Photography in all its very branches—pictures on Glass, Leather, Paper, Melainotype and many other styles, too numerous to mention.  Citizens and strangers who may want any of the above named pictures shall receive his best efforts to please them in his profession.  At the very reduced prices at which he is now selling pictures, persons can not complain or neglect to get their pretty faces taken for want of money, for it is next to that of getting pictures without money and without price.

Remember Hines’ Gallery, on Markham street, opposite the State House, in the State Bank.

Instructions given in the Art.

Advertisement ran from September 15 to October 6, 1858.

1858 October 9.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 9, 1858, Gazette Vol. XXXIX, No. 35, Democrat Vol. XIII, No. 14, P. 2.

Pictures.—Persons desiring good pictures are referred to Hines’ advertisement in another column.  Call and see him.

1858 October 9.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 9, 1858, Gazette Vol. XXXIX, No. 35, Democrat Vol. XIII, No. 14, P. 3.

Megascopic Portraits, Life Size.  E. A. Hines, Artist, Returns thanks to his friends and the public generally for the liberal patronage heretofore extended to him, and would inform them that he has removed from the corner of Main and Markham streets, to the State Bank, opposite the State House.

Having obtained in this commodious building Rooms far more suitable, in every way, than those he occupied before, with a superior light and other facilities, is prepared, having every variety of instruments, to take all kinds of Pictures in the Art.  He would further state that he is now ready, with a large Solar Camera to take Magnified Copies up to Lifesize Portraits of small Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes of any deceased persons or others, thereby furnishing with a large Portrait that may be framed which will be durable for any length of time.  He also takes Pictures on Leather, paper, Iron, Silver, Gold, Plantinum and others to numerous to mention.  Prices adapted to every emergency.  Photographs on Paper convenient for those who wish to send Pictures to their numerous friends, beautifully taken for three and five dollars per dozen.  Citizens and strangers who want any thing in the Picture line will do well to call and examine.  Remember E. A. Hines, opposite the State House in the State Bank.

Instructions given in the Art in all its branches. 

Advertisement ran from October 9, 1858 to April 16, 1859.

1858 October 20.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 20, 1858, Vol. 16, No. 2, P. 3.

Megascopic Portraits, Life Size.  E. A. Hines, Artist, Returns thanks to his friends and the public generally for the liberal patronage heretofore extended to him, and would inform them that he has removed from the corner of Main and Markham streets, to the State Bank, opposite the State House.

Having obtained in this commodious building Rooms far more suitable, in every way, than those he occupied before, with a superior light and other facilities, is prepared, having every variety of instruments, to take all kinds of Pictures in the Art.  He would further state that he is now ready, with a large Solar Camera to take Magnified Copies up to Lifesize Portraits of small Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes of any deceased persons or others, thereby furnishing with a large Portrait that may be framed which will be durable for any length of time.  He also takes Pictures on Leather, paper, Iron, Silver, Gold, Plantinum and others to numerous to mention.  Prices adapted to every emergency.  Photographs on Paper convenient for those who wish to send Pictures to their numerous friends, beautifully taken for three and five dollars per dozen.  Citizens and strangers who want any thing in the Picture line will do well to call and examine.  Remember E. A. Hines, opposite the State House in the State Bank.

Instructions given in the Art in all its branches.  Oct. 13, 1858.  (missing issue).

Advertisement ran from October 20, 1858 to  May 18, 1859.

1858 November 6.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  November 6, 1858, Gazette Vol. XXXIX, No. 39, Democrat Vol. XIII, No. 18, P. 2.

We have seen some of the pictures made at the “Sky-Light Gallery, corner Main and Markham streets, and must say that for depth of tone, correctness of expression, and for that nice gradation of light and shades that is the life and soul of a picture they are equal to any we have ever seen in large cities.

1859 November 23.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  November 23, 1859, Vol. 17, No. 7, P. 2.

Photographic Portraits.—Those who have not visited Hines’ gallery lately, have a treat in store.  The full size portraits taken by his instruments and afterwards painted in oil are remarkable for their fidelity to the originals.  A cabinet portrait of Capt. Pike is as good a likeness as we ever saw anywhere or of any person.  Hines can take as good pictures as any artist in his line and work cheaply.   Go see his collection.

1859 December 1.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  December 1, 1859, Vol. 16, No. 8, P. 2.

Photographs Colored in Oil.  We have, elsewhere, noticed the portraits by Mr. Jackson, the artist.

Mr. Hines, whose daguerrean gallery is so well known and whose skill is so universally acknowledged, is now taking life-size photographs, and has these colored in oil by Mr. Jackson, so as to combine the correctness of the photograph with the exquisite coloring of a true artist.  Several of our citizens have pictures of this kind taken that are absolutely startling from their resemblances to the original, and if the artist could but endow them with speech he would become a second Prometheus.

Those who desire to secure a likeness correct as to feature and color should secure one of these.  They excel anything we have ever seen or read of.  There is no hyperbole in this notice—if the reader thinks so, let him go judge for himself.  Besides these colored photographs, there are others, of prominent members of the General Assembly, of different sizes that are worth a visit to those who wish to see the perfection that can be arrived at.—Rooms, up stairs in the State Bank, opposite the capitol.

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.

Greenle & Brakefield

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1856                Rooms over the Post Office, Little Rock, Arkansas.

1856 June 21.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  June 21, 1856, Gazette Vol. XXXVII, No. 19, Democrat Vol. X, No. 50, P. 2.

Messrs. Greenlee & Brakefield, have taken rooms over the post office, for the purpose of practicing the Photographic Art.  See adv’t.

1856 June 21.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  June 21, 1856, Gazette Vol. XXXVII, No. 19, Democrat Vol. X, No. 50, P. 3.

Daguerrean.  We would respectfully inform the citizens of Little Rock and vicinity, that we are prepared to execute all work in the Photographic Art on short notice, and in the latest and most approved style.  We have taken rooms at the Post Office, in the North-west corner , up stairs, where we will be happy to receive calls and have our work examined.  No pictures need be taken away unless entire satisfaction is given.  Greenlee & Brakefield.

Ellis, Mrs. E. N.

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1857-1858       Markham Street, over D. Bender’s Hardware and Furniture Store, Little Rock, Arkansas.

1857 November 24.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  November 24, 1857, Old Series Vol. XV, New Series Vol. VI, No. 7, P. 3.

Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, And Spherotypes.  Mrs. Ellis takes this opportunity to inform the citizens of Little Rock and vicinity, that she is engaged in the Art of taking these fine, never fading Pictures, and intends locating permanently in this place.  Her rooms may be found over D. Bender’s Hardware and Furniture Store on Markham street, where she earnestly invites her friends, and the public generally, to call and examine her Specimens.  The Melainotype taken on coin for lockets, Pins and Rings, cannot be excelled for beauty and warranted.

Parents wishing pictures of their children, would do well to call on Mrs. Ellis, as she has great patience, never fails to get a good Picture.

She also takes great pains to arrange the costume of both Ladies and Children, and give them a graceful and easy position.

Instruction given in the Art.

Advertisement ran from November 24 to December 29, 1857.

1857 November 28.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  November 28, 1857, Gazette Vol. XXXVIII, No. 42, Democrat Vol. XII, No. 21, P. 2.

Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, And Spherotypes.—The particular attention of the reader is directed to the card of Mrs. Ellis, in the proper column, who has opened a Gallery over Bender’s Furniture store, where she will take likenesses as above.  Mrs. E. proposes making this her permanent residence, and invites all to call and examine her work.

1857 November 28.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  November 28, 1857, Gazette Vol. XXXVIII, No. 42, Democrat Vol. XII, No. 21, P. 2.

Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, And Spherotypes.  Mrs. Ellis takes this opportunity to inform the citizens of Little Rock and vicinity, that she is engaged in the Art of taking these fine, never fading Pictures, and intends locating permanently in this place.  Her rooms may be found over D. Bender’s Hardware and Furniture Store on Markham street, where she earnestly invites her friends, and the public generally, to call and examine her Specimens.  The Melainotype taken on iron for lockets, Pins and Rings, cannot be excelled for beauty and durability.

Parents wishing pictures of their children, would do well to call on Mrs. Ellis, as she has great patience, never fails to get a good Picture.

She also takes great pains to arrange the costume of both Ladies and Children, and give them a graceful and easy position.

Instruction given in the Art.

Advertisement ran from November 28 to December 26, 1857.

1857 December 22.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  December 22, 1857, Old Series Vol. XV, New Series Vol. VI, No. 11, P. 2.

We invite attention to the advertisement of Mrs. Ellis.  Persons, desiring their “pictures,” we are informed, will do well to give her a call, as she can take them in most excellent style.

1857 December 29.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  December 29, 1857, Old Series Vol. XV, New Series Vol. VI, No. 12, P. 3.

Little Rock Ambrotype Gallery.  Mrs. Ellis takes this opportunity to inform the citizens of Little Rock and vicinity, that she has permanently located in this place, where she is prepared with the most powerful instruments ever brought west, and all the latest improvements for taking pictures as fine as can be taken in the eastern cities: for proof of the above ladies and gentlemen will please call and take a sitting and examine her specimens. 

Rooms over D. Bender’s Store on Markham street.

Remember the sign of the Little Rock Ambrotype Gallery.

N. B.—Parents wishing fine pictures of their children, of all ages, will do well to bring them to Mrs. Ellis, as she has never failed in getting good picture is brought in a fair day

She also pays particular attention to taking pictures for Lockets, Pins and Rings.  Also; repairing and copying old Daguerreotypes paintings, etc.  Invalids and corpses taken at their residence, at short notice.  Charges low, and perfect satisfaction given.  Pictures taken in all kinds of weather.

Instruction given in the Art.

Advertisement ran from December 29, 1857 to March 30, 1858.

1858 January 2.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  January 2, 1858, Gazette Vol. XXXVIII, No. 47, Democrat Vol. XII, No. 28, P. 3.

Little Rock Ambrotype Gallery.  Mrs. Ellis takes this opportunity to inform the citizens of Little Rock and vicinity, that she has permanently located in this place, where she is prepared with the most powerful instruments ever brought west, and all the latest improvements for taking pictures as fine as can be taken in the eastern cities: for proof of the above ladies and gentlemen will please call and take a sitting and examine her specimens. 

Rooms over D. Bender’s Store on Markham street.

Remember the sign of the Little Rock Ambrotype Gallery.

N. B.—Parents wishing fine pictures of their children, of all ages, will do well to bring them to Mrs. Ellis, as she has never failed in getting good picture is brought in a fair day

She also pays particular attention to taking pictures for Lockets, Pins and Rings.  Also; repairing and copying old Daguerreotypes paintings, etc.  Invalids and corpses taken at their residence, at short notice.  Charges low, and perfect satisfaction given.  Pictures taken in all kinds of weather.

Instruction given in the Art.

Advertisement ran from January 2 to April 3, 1858.

1858 March 16.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  March 16, 1858, Old Series Vol. XV, New Series Vol. VI, No. 23, P. 2.

While sauntering along Main st., a few days since, our attention was attracted by the likeness of President Buchanan, taken from a lithograph, by Mrs. Ellis, the artist.  It is certainly wall executed, and led us to conclude that she is a democrat in sentiment.  We were shown a number of pictures, taken on different principles.  Among them were—crystalotypes, spherotypes, Vitriotypes, and one—on what method, we do not remember—with three different and distinct heads on the same body.—Fast age this!

1858 April 3.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  April 3, 1858, Gazette Vol. XXXIX, No. 8, Democrat Vol. XII, No. 39, P. 2.

Pictures Of All Kinds.—Mrs. Ellis, has employed Mr. Miller, artist, and is prepared to take all kinds of pictures.  See ad’vt.

1858 April 3.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  April 3, 1858, Gazette Vol. XXXIX, No. 8, Democrat Vol. XII, No. 39, P. 3.

Pictures!  Pictures!  Pictures!  Zeonographs, Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Sphereotypes, Crystaleotypes, Vitreotypes, Chronotypes, Papiereotypes, and Pictures On Patent Leather.

Great Reduction In Prices At The Little Rock Ambrotype Gallery.  Eastern Prices Adopted.

The subscriber having secured the services of the celebrated B. H. Miller, of  Cincinnati (who is unsurpassed in artistic skill), is now prepared to produce finer pictures than have ever before been seen at Little Rock, and at the very Low Price Of One Dollar.

A general invitation is given to all, to call and examine our new specimens.

The above is no humbug, $1.00 will get a fine Picture, sure and certain.

Instructions given in the art.  Mrs. E. N. Ellis.

Advertisement ran from April 3 to June 5, 1858.

1858 April 6.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  April 6, 1858, Old Series Vol. XV, New Series Vol. VI, No. 26, P. 3.

Western Prices Adopted At The Little Rock Ambrotype Gallery.  Having secured the services of B. H. Miller, of Cincinnati, I am now prepared to take Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Sphereotypes, Zoonographs, Chromeotypes, Crystaleotypes, Vitreotypes and pictures on Patent Leather. 

Mr. Miller has been engaged in the business for the last five years, and has operated in most of the Eastern as well as Southern States, and from his experience, I feel justified in saying that my Pictures shall be Finer than ever before, and at the low price of One Dollar.

Instructions given in the Art on reasonable terms.  April 6, ’58.  E. N. Ellis.

Advertisement ran from April 6 to May 25, 1858.

1858 May 25.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  May 25, 1858, Old Series Vol. XV, New Series Vol. VI, No. 33, P. 3.

Pictures, Pictures.  The undersigned having purchased Mr. Ellis’ interest in the “Little Rock Ambrotype Gallery,” will still continue to make pictures at their greatly reduced prices.

Satisfaction Guaranteed to all and Work Warranted.

Instructions given in the Art, and Articles furnished with all kinds of goods pertaining to the trade at reasonable prices.  Give me a call.  B. H. Miller.  Little Rock, May 25, 1858.

Advertisement ran from May 25 to June 15, 1858.

1858 May 29.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  May 29, 1858, Gazette Vol. XXXIX, No. 16, Democrat Vol. XII, No. 47, P. 3.

Ambrotype Gallery.  The Undersigned having purchased Mrs. Ellis’ interest in the “Little Rock Ambrotype Gallery,” will continue to make Pictures at their greatly reduced prices.  Satisfaction guarantied and work warranted.

Instructions given in the art, and artists furnished with all kinds of Goods pertaining to the trade at reasonable prices.  Give me a call.  B. H. Miller.

Dignowity, Dr. A. M.

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1842                House of Dr. A. Sprague, below Masonic Hall, Little Rock, Arkansaas.

1842 October 19.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 19, 1842, Vol. XXIII, No. 45, Whole No. 1159, P. 3.

Daguerreotype, Or, Pencil of Nature.  Dr. A. M. Dignowity begs leave to inform the public, that he has purchased all the apparatus of Mr. C. P. Moore, belonging to the above art.  All those who may honor him with a call, will go away satisfied that they have a perfect representation of themselves.

Dr. A. M. D. will have the pleasure to receive the visits of ladies and gentlemen at the house of Dr. A. Sprague, below Masonic Hall, between the hours 9 A. M. and 4 P. M.  Little Rock, Oct. 12, 1842.

Advertisement ran from October 19 to November 9, 1842.

1842 October 31.  Arkansas Times and Advocate.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 31, 1842, Vol. VIII, No. 33, P. 3.

Daguerreotype, Or, Pencil of Nature.  Dr. A. M. Dignowity begs leave to inform the public, that he has purchased all the apparatus of Mr. C. P. Moore, belonging to the above art.  All those who may honor him with a call, will go away satisfied that they have a perfect representation of themselves.

Dr. A. M. D. will have the pleasure to receive the visits of ladies and gentlemen at the house of Dr. A. Sprague, below Masonic Hall, between the hours 9 A. M. and 4 P. M. 

Advertisement was recorded five times between October 19 to December 5, 1842.

1842 October 31.  Arkansas Times and Advocate.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 31, 1842, Vol. VIII, No. 33, P. 3.

Caution.  The public are hereby cautioned not to trade for a Note of Exchange drawn by myself, and accepted by the Rev. Richard S. Bale, on the 3d day of this month, payable six months after date, in favor of C. P. Moore.  The condition for which the said note was given not having been fulfilled.  I herewith give notice that I will not pay the said note unless compelled by law.  A. M. Dignowity.

1843 February 22.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  February 22, 1843, Vol. XXIV, No. 11, Whole No. 1207, P. 3.

Married…On the 9th inst. By Rev. Mr. Bell, Dr. A. M. Dignowitty to Miss Amanda McCann, both of this place.

Buckley, D.

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1856-1857       Room, in the Bender’s New Brick Building, Little Rock, Arkansas.

1856 August 30.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  August 30, 1856, Gazette Vol. XXXVII, No. 29, Democrat Vol. XI, No. 8, P. 2.

Those desirous of learning the art of Ambrotyping, will read the advertisement of Mr. D. Buckley.

1856 August 30.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  August 30, 1856, Gazette Vol. XXXVII, No. 29, Democrat Vol. XI, No. 8, P. 3.

Ambrotyping.  Any person desiring to learn the beautiful and profitable art of Ambrotyping, can have the opportunity by calling on D. Buckley, at his room, in the Bender’s new brick building.  Advertisement ran from August 30, 1856 to January 24, 1857.

Bratt, William

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, , ,

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.

Charles Wilson

Ambrotypes, , , , ,

1856                Rooms over Mr. McCarty’s Store, Shreveport, Louisiana.

1856                Address Unknown, Little Rock, Arkansas.

1857                Rooms at Hebert’s Hall, Plaquemine, Louisiana.

1857                Address Unknown, Grosse Tete, Louisiana.

1858                Address Unknown, Shreveport, Louisiana.

Charles Wilson was recorded in fourteen announcements and five advertisements in three different newspapers.  The first announcement appeared on March 26, 1856 in The South-Western (Shreveport, Louisiana).  We take pleasure in calling the attention of our readers to Mr. Wilson’s advertisement, in another column.  His pictures are among the finest we have ever seen, and we would advise all who wish to obtain a superior likeness to call on this able artist ere his departure.

The first advertisement ran from March 26 to April 9, 1856 in The South-Western.  Ambrotypes.  The undersigned begs leave to inform the public that he has rooms over Mr. McCarty’s store, where he is ready at all times to take his beautiful and unparalleled new style of pictures.  For brilliancy and fineness they surpass Daguerreotypes, and unlike them, they are not reversed.  They can also be produced instantaneously, which is a great advantage in taking children and persons who cannot bear strong light.  They can never fade nor change as they are hermetically sealed and rendered impervious to air or dampness.  Chas. Wilson.  Shreveport, March 26, 1856.

The second announcement appeared on July 22, 1856 in The True Democrat (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  Ambrotype Pictures.—Prof. Wilson arrived here a few days since, and is prepared to execute pictures by this new and beautiful process which will combine that relief, distinction and life-like appearance that is truly wonderful.—His advertisement will be found in another column.

The second advertisement ran from July 22 to August 12, 1856 in The True Democrat.  Ambrotype Pictures.  The undersigned begs leave to inform the public that he has secured a gallery, in Little Rock, for a short time only, for the purpose of introducing Ambrotype Likenesses.

These likenesses have many advantages over the daguerreotype, among which are the following: they are more beautiful—they are more finely delineated—the faces have a softer tone, having greater relief and Can Never Fade!  They can be seen in any light, as they have none of the glare of the daguerreotype.  Their superiority above the latter is beyond all comparison, so much so that daguerreotypes are entirely abandoned wherever the ambrotype has been introduced.  Ladies and gentleman are respectfully invited to call and judge for themselves.

Persons residing in the country would do well to spend a day in Little Rock for the purpose of securing one of these never fading impressions.

Young men of enterprise should embrace this opportunity for learning the art—amount of capital required for a fair start, only $250, which with good management will be replaced in 15 or 20 days.  Chas. Wilson.

The third announcement appeared on January 10, 1857 in the Southern Sentinel (Plaquemine, Louisiana). 

Ambrotyping.  See the card of Messrs. Wilson & Steele, who have just arrived amongst us with a large and complete stock of materials, for practicing their art to the fullest extent.  Their pictures speak for themselves, making any remarks from us almost superfluous. Our citizens would be well pleased by visiting their rooms at Hebert’s Hall.

The third advertisement ran from January 10 to 24, 1857 in the Southern Sentinel.  A Card.  The undersigned respectfully informs the citizens of Bayou Plaquemine and vicinity that they have taken rooms at Hebert’s Hall, for the purpose of taking Ambrotype pictures.  They respectfully invite ladies and gentlemen to call and examine their specimens.  To those wishing pictures, they would say that they need not fear getting any inferior pictures palmed off on them, (a too common practice by men calling themselves artists, who, in reality, neither know or care anything about the art or its progress, further than to suit their own selfish purposes.)  Persons having pictures taken in the Eastern States or Europe are respectfully requested to produce them in our rooms for comparison.  We are prepared to challenge (superior pictures,) competition with any artist on either continent, as one of the party has experimented in the art from its earliest infancy, having operated with great success in the principal cities in Europe and America.  The patronage of those wishing Superior pictures is most respectfully solicited.  Call without delay as our stay is limited.  Wilson & Steele

The fourth announcement appeared on January 17, 1857 in the Southern Sentinel.  Ambrotypes.  Our readers are referred to the Card of Prof. Wilson, in our advertising columns.

It will be seen that he promises a great deal, but we are prepared to endorse it all, and will guarantee perfect satisfaction to the most fastidious.

We have examined his specimens, and can truly say that we have never yet seen any thing to equal, much less excel them.  They are beyond description, and must be seen to be fully appreciated.

Prof. Wilson is justly celebrated in his Art—has given universal satisfaction wherever he has been—and, as he will remain here but a few weeks, we bespeak for him the liberal patronage of our citizens, so eminently due to his merits.

Those who have old Daguerreotype pictures, had better destroy them at once, and get Ambrotypes, if they wish to “preserve the shadow ere the substance fade.”  Go and examine for yourselves.—Little Rock Gazette and Democrat.

We heartily endorse the above.  The Ambrotypes of Messrs. Wilson & Steele are unsurpassed in point of beauty and correctness of delineation.  Our citizens could not fail to spend a half hour delightfully at their rooms at Hebert’s Hall, admiring their numerous specimens; and once witnessing the faithful resemblance impressed upon the glass, we feel quite sure they would also feel inclined, as did their acquaintance, to transmit their features to posterity, for the benefit of the loved ones left behind, when the substance has faded away.  The above gentlemen will remain here but a short time, and the present opportunity should not be neglected.

The fifth announcement appeared on January 24, 1857 in the Southern Sentinel.  The Ambrotype Art.  A writer in the Journal of Commerce gives some interesting facts concerning the art of photography, from which it appears that but a short time ago there were one hundred and fifty daguerreotype rooms in New York city, employing on an average five persons; but now, by the introduction of new processes not easily attainable, many of the old operators are irretrievable ruined.  The finer texture and subdued coloring of the plate-glass ambrotype led to the relinquishment of the metallic plate, so that the unnatural glare of the latter was avoided, the effect produced being more like that of a fine engraving; nor is the image reversed, as in the daguerreotype.  Another advantage is that the impression is taken instantaneously, so that the features are not disturbed by fatigue or impatience.  The photograph is another process much in use, which approaches more to the old style of miniature painting, the pencil being employed to a considerable extent, though the lineament and general expression an conveyed by optical apparatus, as in the ambrotype, except that paper is substituted for plate glass.

The above beautiful art of Ambrotyping is now being practiced in our town, in the highest grade of its perfection, by Messrs. Wilson & Steele.  Their stay among us cannot be of much longer duration, we learn, and those who have not yet caused their features to be made imperishable, by sitting a few seconds before the camera of these gentlemen, should not lose the opportunity; for it may be years before another chance like this occurs for procuring portraits of such faithfulness and durability, and finished with such skill and beauty by the artist’s brush.

The sixth announcement appeared on January 31, 1857 in the Southern Sentinel.  Read the card of Wilson & Steel, Ambrotypists; their stay in Plaquemine is limited to but a few days longer.  Lose not this, probably, the last opportunity that will occur for a long time.

The fourth advertisement ran from January 31 to February 14 in the Southern Sentinel.  A Card.  For the liberal patronage extended to us—by the flattering manner in which our Pictures have been received in Plaquemine—we return our sincere acknowledgments, and would say, that whatever good reputation we may have had, has been the result of a constant endeavor to please our patrons, and the persevering study of our art for years.  With our extensive facilities and long experience in the business, we are prepared to warrant satisfaction.

Our stay will be limited to a few days longer, during which time we invite all who have not had Portraits taken by our never-fading Ambrotypic process, to call and procure at once so valuable a memento, upon which time can effect no change; and which, for beauty, correctness of delineation, and perfectibility in coloring, we challenge the world to produce superior pictures! Wilson & Steel.

The seventh announcement appeared on February 7, 1857 in the Southern Sentinel.  The Ambrotype Room of Messrs. Wilson & Steel seems to have been the most popular and fashionable resort for the past week, and to all appearances, likely to continue so for some time.  Their portraits appear to give universal satisfaction.  The gentlemen artists are very courteous and accommodating, and allow none to leave who extend their patronage without being wholly and entirely satisfied with their work.  Their stay here cannot extend to but a few days more, from what we understand, and we again advise procrastinators to hold back no longer.

The eighth announcement appeared on February 14, 1857 in the Southern Sentinel.  “What would I give to have her Portrait now!”—How many have made this exclamation! —made it, when unexpected Death has stepped in to deprive him or her who was the light of his life.  The expression is equally applicable to the female as to the male sex.—This reflection was brought to our mind while on a visit a day or two since to the Ambrotype Room of Prof. Wilson, who was engaged at the time in taking copies of Daguerreotypes of a young couple, by a sudden terrible disaster, had passed from earth to eternity.  As the Professor was showing the life-like copy to his visitors, we heard on exclaim, as a reply to a remark of a friend, “Alas! It is too late now—it is too late now!”  meaning, no doubt, some dear one who had left this earth without leaving a resemblance of her features behind.  Lose not the present opportunity, then, Prof. Wilson will probably leave after he has got through with his present engagements.

The ninth announcement appeared on February 21,1857 in the Southern Sentinel.  The Last Week.  It will be seen by advertisement of Prof. Wilson that in one more week his stay here will end, and those who have procrastinated thus far had better take advantage of the few days remaining, if they would secure a portrait of such perfectness and beauty as they will not have an opportunity to do, probably, for a long length of time.  Prof. Wilson has taken several hundred portraits of all sizes since he has been here, and has given universal satisfaction.

The fifth advertisement ran from February 21 to 28, 1847 in the Southern Sentinel.  A Card.—The undersigned, grateful for, and flattered by, the patronage which has been extended him as an Ambrotypist by the citizens of Plaquemine and vicinity, respectfully informs the public that his stay here will not exceed seven or eight days longer, and those who desire portraits, but have been holding back, had better pay him an early visit, so he would have time to take an excellent portrait and finish it properly with the brush.  Chas. Wilson.

The tenth announcement appeared on February 28, 1857 in the Southern Sentinel.  Prof. Chas. Wilson.  It is seldom that our country towns are visited by any but mountebanks in the various sciences they pretend to practice, or in the exhibitions they pretend to exhibit.  It is, then, as much our duty as our pleasure to record the fact, when a deserving person visits our town and fully performs all that he professes, whether in art, science or amusement.  That Prof. Wilson has done this, in the practice of his beautiful art, hundreds of delighted patrons in this town and vicinity will testify.  He came here unheralded and unknown, but a few days only elapsed before his great skill as an Ambrotypist was fully understood and appreciated.  There is no doubt that his portraits are of the very first class, as to faithfulness, beauty, and life-like appearance—in position, shade, coloring, &c. &c.  In fact, the art of coloring (or indeed painting) in connection with his Ambrotyping, is a separate art of itself, which he acquired after studying it in Paris and other cities in Europe, and in examining and studying good paintings in the many galleries of the fine arts to be seen in that country.

We have heard competent judges pronounce Prof. Wilson’s Ambrotypes to be the best they had ever seen—indeed, equal to photographs.  To prove this assertion, we refer to one particular portrait among many others of his work, to be seen in his gallery: it is that of a little daughter of a respected clergyman of this town.   She is taken full length—her apron hoisted up with one hand, and roses falling out of it on the ground—a beautiful idea—the impression conveyed that she has just returned from the garden, where she had been gathering flowers.  We are sure that this beautiful picture cannot be excelled by a photograph, and it is alone sufficient in itself to establish his reputation.

Prof. Wilson is now about to leave us, and we commend him to the good graces of our cotemporaries every where.  In his contemplated return to Europe and visit to the Holly Land, in the enthusiastic pursuit of his profession—to take views of celebrated localities, for the purpose of embellishing a work he has in preparation—we wish him continued health and uninterrupted success in the accomplishment of his praiseworthy undertaking.

Since the above was in type we understand that Prof. Wilson will not be enabled to leave here the ensuing week, so much has his business increased.

The eleventh announcement appeared on March 7, 1857 in the Southern Sentinel.  This gentleman, although he fully expected to have left us a week since, is still here, and as busily engaged in practicing his beautiful art, as he was the first or second week of his visit.  Of course he cannot leave while such a flood of patrons flock in upon him as has been characteristic of the past week—yet, as the time is approaching, as we understand, when he has definitely fixed upon for his departure for Europe, he cannot, under any circumstance, considering his pre-engagements, allow himself to be detained here or anywhere else but a very short time longer; it would therefore be well, if there are any yet in this vicinity who have determined upon taking advantage of his present visit (and without doubt his last) to have their features portrayed upon the faithful and fadeless glass, they should not procrastinate a day longer, for he may leave before our paper again goes to press.

The twelfth announcement appeared on March 14, 1857 in the Southern Sentinel. Prof. Wilson.—We understand that our friend Prof. Wilson (who, per force, is here still, and whose success here as an Ambrotypist is unprecedented), anticipates visiting the beautiful region of Grosse Tete, where, we are sure, his talents will be equally as well appreciated as they have been here.  Our friends up there will no doubt be happy to see him and his cameras in that vicinity.        

The thirteenth announcement appeared on May 9, 1857 in the Southern Sentinel.  Ambrotypes.  If it is not already publicly known, it will be in a few days, that Capt. Verbois, having made himself thoroughly acquainted with the art of Ambrotyping, under the tuition of that celebrated artist, Mr. Chas. Wilson, will commence the practice of his art forthwith on the opposite side of the river.  His specimens that we have seen are in no way inferior to those of his tutor, and we feel sure that he can give the highest satisfaction.  The Thibodaux Minerva thus speaks of the captain:

The fourteenth announcement appeared on January 27, 1858 in the Southern Sentinel.  Mons. Adriene, who was so popular here, is performing in New Orleans, and Wilson, the Ambrotypist, is performing in Shreveport, both seemingly dealing in magic, in their separate arts.

Charles Wilson is recorded in Pioneer Photographers from the Mississippi to the Continental Divide A Biographical Dictionary 1839-1865 as being active in Little Rock, Arkansas in 1856.  It is unknown if he is the same person recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry as being active in New York City in 1860.

Major Pelham

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1849-1850       Corner Main and Elm Streets, Little Rock, Arkansas.

1851                Rooms in Temperance Hall, Washington, Arkansas.

1851                Rooms in the Brick Office, opposite D’Armond’s, Washington, Arkansas.

1851                Rooms in Temperance Hall, Washington, Arkansas.

Major Pelham was recorded in four advertisements and three announcements.  The first two advertisements appeared in the Weekly Arkansas Gazette (Little Rock, Arkansas).  Follower by two advertisements and three announcements in the Washington Telegraph (Washington, Arkansas).    The first advertisement was recorded between February 1 to September 20, 1849.Rock Hotel.  Major Pelham has leased, and will open for the accommodation of visitors and boarders, by the day, month, or year, that large brick edifice on the bank of the river, the first below the State House, in the city of Little Rock, Arkansas.  The House has been thoroughly cleansed and repaired, newly furnished, and entirely renovated in every respect.  His table will always be abundantly supplied with the very best the market affords.  A Reading Room has been opened, in which may always be found newspapers from various parts of the United States.

The Rock Hotel will be opened on the 5th day of February, 1849.

The second advertisement ran from September 20, 1849 to February 15, 1850.  Rock Hotel.  By Major Pelham, On the bank of the River, immediately below the State House, Corner Of Main And Elm Streets Little Rock, Arkansas.

A comfortable Reading Room and a stationary Daguerrean Gallery are attached to the Rock Hotel.

The third advertisement ran from July 9 to 30, 1851.  Mr. Pelham Has opened his Daguerrean Rooms in the Temperance Hall, (entrance next Dr. Jett’s Drug Store) where he will be found at all times.  He has a superior Camera, &c., and a splendid stock of materials.  Ladies and gentlemen please call and examine for yourselves.  July 4, 1851.

The fourth advertisement ran from August 6 to September 17, 1851. Daguerrean.  Mr. Pelham has opened Daguerrean Rooms in the Brick Office opposite Mr. D’Armond’s, where he will be pleased to see the ladies and gentlemen of Washington and vicinity.  He has a superior instrument and fine material, consisting in part of extra fine cases, Lockets, Pins, &c.  He has arranged a sky light, by which he is enabled to take likenesses in cloudy as well as clear weather.

The first announcement appeared on August 6, 1851.  Maj. Pelham is still taking excellent Daguerreotype portraits, at his rooms opposite D’Armond & Silliman’s store.—As the Major contemplates remaining but a short time longer, we would advise those who desire good portraits to call upon him without delay.

The second announcement appeared on November 26, 1851.  Daguerreotypes.—Major Pelham has re-opened his Daguerreotype rooms at Temperance Hall, with an entirely new apparatus, combining all the new improvements.  He will remain in town a week or ten days longer, and would be pleased to receive calls from all who desired his services in the line of his profession.

The third announcement appeared on December 10, 1851.  Maj. Pelham closes his Daguerrean rooms on Saturday next, positively.—Those who desire  fac similes of their beautiful faces, should make good use of the intervening time.

Major Pelham is recorded in Pioneer Photographers from The Mississippi To The Continental Divide A Biographical Dictionary, 1839-1865. The above provides additional information.

J. W. Lowry

Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Photographs, , , ,

1859                Over Hezekiah’s Fashionable Emporium, Little Rock, Arkansas.

J. W. Lowry was recorded in one advertisement that ran from May 25 to June 29, 1859 in the Arkansas True Democrat (Little Rock, Arkansas).  New Photograph Gallery.  Now open over Hezekiah’s fashionable emporium, and few doors above Anthony house, where the subscriber begs leave to call attention of the citizens of Little Rock and surrounding vicinity, to his new style of life like Ambrotypes and Melainotypes.

Also plain Photographs of any size, not surpassed by any in sharpness, tone and durability.

You who have beauty, should to Lowry take it;

You who have it not, go and let him make it.

Special attention will be given to the ladies.  Prices vary from $1 to $15, according to size and style.  Call and examine at your earliest convenience.  J. W. Lowry, Artist.

N. B.—The likenesses of all ministers of the gospel taken at half price—that is, from 50 cents up.  J. W. L.

J. W. Lowry was not recorded in other photographic directories.

Moses A. Kennedy

Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, , ,

1857                Corner of Markham & Louisiana Streets, Little Rock, Arkansas.

Moses A. Kennedy was recorded in one advertisement that ran from January 24 to April 25, 1857 in the Weekly Arkansas Gazette (Little Rock, Arkansas).  Secure the Shadow ere the Substance fades.  Ambro and Melainotypes.

“What great delight, oh! Ambrotype!

To gaze upon the works of light!

How high the polish, pure the tone,

When ev’ry face is nature’s own;

Sure, never art with all its skill,

The soul with such transport won,

As by those pictures from the sun,

Which on the plate imprints the face

With every line, and shade, and grace,

Till we admit with throbbing heart

Great nature triumphs over art.—

Is this picture not perfection,

Painted by the Sun’s direction;

Heav’ns bright ray shed from above,

T’enshrine the forms to those we love.

M. A. Kennedy of Nashville, has just arrived in our city, and is furnishing these new and beautiful pictures made in the highest style of art, Superior both in point of artistic execution, and the character of the material employed to any thing before known.

The Genuine Ambrotype is clear as a painting, fine in tone and brilliant in effect, and will last unchanged for ages.  Let all who wish pictures or a knowledge of the art, avail themselves of the present opportunity.

Gallery on the corner of Markham and Louisiana street.

Moses A. Kennedy was recorded in Pioneer Photographers From The Mississippi To The Continental Divide A Biographical Dictionary, 1839-1865.