1857 177 Greenwich Street, New York, New York.[1]
Empire Gallery was recorded in one advertisement on November 25, 1857 in The New York Herald (New York, New York). Evacuation Day Will Be Celebrated At The Empire Gallery, 177 Greenwich street, near Cortlandt, by taking 500 ambrotypes, photographs, &c., at from 25 cents upwards. Call and see them.
Empire Gallery is not listed in other photographers.
[1] Not listed in the 1856/1857; 1857/1858; or 1858/1859 New York City Directories.
1853 Address Unknown, New York, New York.
Ms. Dunkirk is recorded in one advertisement that appeared on September 1, 1853 in The New York Herald (New York, New York). To Daguerrean Artists—A Lady Is Desirous of a situation in a daguerrean gallery in this city, or any other healthy location. The best of references given [at] to competency for the business. Address, for one week, Dunkirk, Herald office.
Ms. Dunkirk is not recorded in other photographic directories. It is unknown at this time if Ms. Dunkirk found employment or what position she was looking for.
1851-1855 127 Anthony Street, New York, New York.
George Doak was recorded in the New York City Directory from 1845-1859. He was also recorded in the April 1851 issue of The Photographic Art-Journal, and one advertisement in The New York Herald. In 1843/1844 and 1844/1845he was not listed in the NYC directories. From 1845/1846 directory to 1859/1860 directory he was listed as a Turner. The one exception was 1856/1857 when he was listed as a Turner & Patternmaker.
1845/1846 he was listed at 124 Mercer.
1846/1847 he was listed at 19 Canal.
1847/1848 & 1848/1849 he was listed without a business.
1849/1850 & 1850/1851 he was listed at 39 Greene.
1851/1852 to1854/1855 he was listed at127 Anthony.
1855/1856 to 1857/1858 he was listed at 127 Worth.
1858/1859 he was listed at 218 Centre.
1859/1860 he was listed at 215 Centre.
From 1845 to 1858 he lived at 163 Greene. In 1859 he resident was at 12 Rush, Brooklyn.
On April 1851 he was recorded in The Photographic Art-Journal. Doak’s Camera Stand. The above engraving represents a new style of camera stand for the double whole size instrument, invented and manufactured by Mr. George Doak, 127 Anthony-st., New York. A glance at it is all that is required to convince any one of its superiority for the purpose for which it is intended. The instrument is elevated or depressed by means of the wheel C; through which the screw rod B passes. A, is the screw for inclining the camera box to the proper angle; D, the set screw for securing the instrument at the proper height: E, a thumb screw for fastening the top of the stand, which revolves on a pivot. Messrs. Gurney, Lawrence and Harrison, each use these stands, and pronounce to be superior to any article of the kind in use. We are decidedly of the same opinion.
The advertisement was recorded on May 24, 1855 in The New York Herald (New York, New York). To Daguerreotypist.—For Sale, a Quantity of apparatus, consisting of cameras, coating boxes, buffing wheel, &c. Apply to George Doak, 127 Anthony street, in the rear.
George Doak is recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry under George Doack. The advertisement raises the question was he making Daguerreotypes? Possibly as an amateur image maker?
1859 72 Chatham Street, New York, New York.
George Degen was recorded in one advertisement on September 30, 1859 in The New York Herald (New York, New York). To Photographers—For Sale, A Double whole size [oethoscopic], object and camera, and all apparatus used in the photographic art. Apply to G. Degen, 72 Chatham street, third floor.
George Degen is recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry as a variant spelling for George Dean. After checking the New York City directories for George Dean and George Degen in the 1858-1859; 1859-1860 and the 1860-1861, George Dean was not recorded, George Degen was recorded only in the 1859-1860 directory as a photographer, no business address was listed and lived at 407 Canal.
1853 Address Unknown, New York, New York.
Davis was recorded in one advertisement that appeared on January 9, 1853 in The New York Daily Herald (New York, New York). $60.—Wanted, A Young Man Having $60, as assistant, half of each day, for which five to seven dollars per week will be paid, and gratis instruction given in the daguerreotype art, with security for the money. Address Davis, Herald office, with real name and place of interview.
Davis is not recorded in other photographic directories as being active in 1853 in New York City. It’s possible this is William Davis recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry in 1854 at 383 Broadway, but since no first name is recorded it is only speculation.
1858 30 Barclay Street, New York, New York.
William Churton was record in one advertisement that appeared on November 27, 1858 in The New York Herald (New York, New York), Photographic Operator Wanted—To Go To Porto Rico; a single young man capable of taking outdoor views on large plates; must come well recommended. Apply to or address W. Churton, 30 Barclay street, New York.
William Churton is recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry as one of the original signers of the constitution of the American Photographical Society, which was adopted on March 26, 1859. John mentions that he is possibly a photographer. Unfortunately the above advertisement does not answer that question, he is also not listed in the 1857/1858; 1858/1859; or the 1859/1860 New York City Directory.
1851 481 Broadway, New York, New York.
Charles Christofle was recorded in two advertisements in The New York Herald (New York, New York). The first advertisement appeared on October 2, 1851. Electroplated Ware From Chas. Christofle & Co.’s manufacturers.—Sole Agency, 481 Broadway.—Large assortment of all articles which belong to the table service, such as dishes, tea sets, candlesticks, and forks and spoons; these, in particular, are warranted for four or five years, in every day use. All the goods of that manufactures bear, as guarantee, the mark c. c. a scale, and the name Christofle in full. Daguerreotype plates.
The second advertisement ran from October 20 to 30, 1851. Electroplated Ware From Chas. Christofle & Co.’s manufacturers.—Sole Agency, 481 Broadway.—Large assortment of all articles which belong to the table service, such as dishes, tea sets, candlesticks, and forks and spoons; these, in particular, are warranted for four or five years, in every day use. All the goods of that manufactures bear, as guarantee, the mark c. c. a scale, and the name Christofle in full. Daguerreotype plates.
Charles Christofle is not recorded in the 1850/1851; 1851/1852; or the 1852/1853 New York City Directories. Christofle was a French gold and silversmith, daguerreotype plate manufacturer and electroplater. At this time it is unknown who the agent was in New York.
1854-1855 233 Broadway, New York, New York.
1856 139 Nain Street, Wheeling, Virginia.
1858-1864 343 Canal Street, New York, New York.
James Cady was mentioned in two advertisements and fourteen New York City Directories. In the 1853/54 & 1854/55 New York City Directory he was not listed in the residence section.
The first advertisement that he was mentioned in appeared on September 28, 1854 in The New York Herald (New York, New York). Mr. James Cady. our Principal Daguerreotype artist, has returned from his summer trip, and will be found at his old post in our establishment. The celebrity of pictures taken by this celebrated artist need no eloquence from us. Pictures taken daily. Meade Brothers, artists and importers, 233 Broadway, four doors above the Astor House.
In the 1855/1856 New York City Directory, residence section he was listed as a daguerrian, 233 Broadway, H-Howard House.
1856/57 & 1857/58 New York City Directory he was not listed.
The second advertisement that he was mentioned in ran from April 21 to August 6, 1856 in the Wheeling Daily Intelligencer (Wheeling, Virginia). One Hundred Dollars, Will be given to any artist in Virginia who will exhibit twelve pictures, vix: six Ambrotypes and six Daguerreotypes of equal merit to twelve of which Mr. Adams will select from his collection. He has opened a new Gallery over Forb’s Jewelry Store, 139 Main St., with a skylight arranged on the most approved principles, which cannot be equaled unless similarly situated fronting on the river. With rooms easy of access, large and well arranged, with every convenience for making first class pictures of every style and size. He is happy to announce that he will be assisted by Mr. Cady the artist who made the pictures that were awarded the highest premium, a Gold medal, at the last fair of the American Institute at Castle Garden, New York, also the only premium awarded for Daguerreotypes at the Worlds Fairs at Paris. Mr. A. has received five medals and eight diplomas for the best daguerreotypes exhibited at different fairs in the United States, which fully attest to the superiority and having been honored with a large proportion of the business in Wheeling the past year he expects with increased facilities not only to retain but enlarge the number of his patrons, more especially as he relies on the intristic merits of his productions rather than a display of furniture. Ambrotypes either on single or double glass. Daguerreotypes plain or colored equal to painting on Ivory. Photographs from the lowest prices up to fifty dollars. Our light being made of French Plate Glass and being unobstructed by other buildings, pictures can be made from sunrise to sunset. Pictures of children taken instantaneously from 9 A. M. to 3 P. M. Yet the light is so soft and mild that persons with weak eyes can sit by it with perfect ease. Cloudy days as good as any by this light. Call and examine before engaging elsewhere.
1858/1859 New York City Directory an advertisements on page 7 reads Ambrotypes, Photographs, Niellographs, &c. No. 343 Canal Street, three doors West of Greene St., New York.
Niellographs may be enclosed in letters, and sent to any part of the world, without additional charge.
1858/1859 New York City Directory, residence section he is recorded as a daguerreotypes, 343 Canal.
1859/1860 New York City Directory, residence section he is recorded as a daguerreotypes, H-79 Sullivan. He is also recorded as Cady & Adams, (James Cady & George Adams), photographist, 343 Canal.
1860/1861 New York City Directory residence section he is recorded as a daguerreotypes, 343 Canal.
1861/1862 New York City Directory residence section he is recorded as an artist, 343 Canal
1862/18631 New York City Directory residence section he is recorded as photographs, 343 Canal, H-43 E. 28th.
1863/1864 New York City Directory residence he is recorded as a photographer, 343 Canal.
1864/1865 New York City Directory residence section he is recorded as a photographer, 343 Canal.
1865/1866, or the 1866/1867 New York City Directory residence section he is not listed.
James Cady is recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry as being active in New York City in 1858-1860. It is possible that the George Adams who was active in Worcester, Massachusetts; Providence, Rhode Island; Washington, D. C.; Morgantown, Virginia and Wheeling, Virginia is the same George Adams who Cady was in partnership with in 1859.
1856 289 Broadway, New York, New York.
Bull & Jonathan (John Bull) were recorded in one advertisement that appeared on May 3, 1856 in The New York Herald (New York, New York). Picture Canvassers Wanted.—Photographs for 50c., $1 and $2, improved editions, taken daily by John Bull’s process, the most successful in the art [lamorotypes] 25c. and 50c., taken only at Bull & Jonathan’s gallery 289 Broadway.
Bull & Jonathan are not recorded in other photographic directories. They are not recorded in the 1855/1856; 1856/1857; or the 1857/1858 New York City Directories. 289 Broadway is the same address as Silas A. Holmes.
1858 25 Liberty Street, New York, New York.
J. C. Brown was recorded in one advertisement that appeared on August 4, 1858 in The New York Herald (New York, New York). To Skirt Manufactures.—Please Call At No. 25 Liberty street, N. Y., and buy our steel springs,…
Daguerreotype Mats, A New Article, sold at wholesale and retail prices, to correspond with hard times. Please give us a call at 25 Liberty st. New York, Aug. 2, 1858 J. C. Brown, Agent.
J. C. Brown is not recorded in other photographic directories.
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