Tag Archives: New York City

Jules E. Loiseau

Photographs, ,

1856                423 Broadway, New York, New York.[1]

Jules E. Loiseau 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.

J. E. Loiseau—A French artist. The gallery contains some very fair photographs.

J. E. Loiseau is recorded in other photographic directories, but is included 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.

 

Maurice W. Lockwood

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1854-1855       Corner Eighth Avenue and Fourteenth Street, New York, New York.              1856                   186 West 18th Street, New York, New York.[1]                                                              1856-1857       145 Eighth Avenue, New York, New York.                                                                          1858                   185 8th Avenue, New York, New York.

Maurice W. Lockwood was listed in seven advertisements and one notice in The New York Herald (New York, New York) (to date) also he was mentioned in one article.  The first advertisement appeared on June 2, 1854.  Splendid Daguerreotypes, Double the Size of those taken elsewhere, including a fine case and preserver, for only 50 cents, at Lockwood’s, corner of Eighth Avenue and Fourteenth street.

The second ad appeared on January 24, 1855.  Daguerrean Gallery For Sale, Cheap For cash, doing a good business.  For particulars apply to M. W. Lockwood, corner of Eighth avenue and Fourteenth street.

The notice appeared on April 2, 1855.  Charge Of Taking Daguerreotypes On Sunday.  M. W. Lockwood, a daguerreotypist, doing business at the corner of Eighth avenue and Fourteenth street, was arrested yesterday by Captain Ackerman, of the Ninth ward police, charged with having taken daguerreotype likenesses on Sunday, contrary to a city ordinance.  The accused was arrested on the complaint of officer Winars, who, it is alleged, entered Lockwood’s place and got his likeness taken, as also did his brother and several others who were present.  The artist, along with his show case, which was standing on the sidewalk, was conveyed before Justice Davison, at the Jefferson Market Police Court, where a fine of one dollar was imposed upon the offender.

The article appeared on January 1, 1856 in Photographic and Fine Arts Journal (New York, New York) entitled the Photographic Galleries of America.  Number One, New York. The author visited 69 Galleries in New York City.

Lockwood, 18th street — I cannot say much for this gallery. The artist must be young in the art, and therein his excuse.

The third advertisement appeared on April 28, 1856.  Extra Large Ambrotypes, In Gilt Cases, for only fifty cents, warranted equal to any sold elsewhere for $2, at M. E. Lockwood’s gallery, 186 Eighteenth street, one door west of Eighth avenue.

The fourth advertisement appeared on August 15, 1856.  To Ambrotypists.—Something Entirely New and original.—Lockwood’s heileoprints, on paper, far surpassing anything ever yet produced in the picture line.  Beware of imposters, as I have no agents canvassing the city, but will teach the art at M. E. Lockwood’s gallery, 145 Eighth avenue.  Call and see specimens.  The only place in the world where a large sized ambrotype can be had for 25 cents, including case.  Gallery, 145 Eighth avenue.

The fifth ad appeared on September 30, 1856.  Large Size Ambrotypes, In Cases, only 25c.—The same size, and warranted equal to those others make for one dollar, at M. E. Lockwood’s, Gallery, 145 Eighth avenue.

The sixth ad appeared on April 10, 1857.  Lockwood’s Ambrotypes—Large size, beautifully colored, including case, only twenty-five cents of the same size and warranted equal to any made elsewhere for one dollar.  Gallery No. 145 Eighth avenue.

The seventh advertisement appeared on November 19, 1858.  Beautifully Colored Ambrotypes in genuine Union Cases for 50 cents, warranted equal to any sold elsewhere for $2, at Lockwood’s, No. 185 8th-av.

Maurice W. Lockwood is recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.  He is recorded here because of the additional information.  M. E. Lockwood maybe the same person.

[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.

 

M. E. Lockwood

Ambrotypes, , ,

1856-1857       145 Eighth Avenue, New York, New York.

M. E. Lockwood was recorded in four advertisements that appeared in The New York Herald (New York, New York). The first advertisement ran on April 28, 1856.  Extra Large Ambrotypes, In Gilt Cases, for only fifty cents, warranted equal to any sold elsewhere for $2, at M. E. Lockwood’s gallery, 186 Eighteenth street, one door west of Eighth avenue.

The second advertisement appeared on August 15, 1856.  To Ambrotypists.—Something Entirely New and original.—Lockwood’s heileoprints, on paper, far surpassing anything ever yet produced in the picture line.  Beware of imposters, as I have no agents canvassing the city, but will teach the art at M. E. Lockwood’s gallery, 145 Eighth avenue.  Call and see specimens.  The only place in the world where a large sized ambrotype can be had for 25 cents, including case.  Gallery, 145 Eighth avenue.

The third advertisement appeared on September 30, 1856.  Large Size Ambrotypes, In Cases, only 25c.—The same size, and warranted equal to those others make for one dollar, at M. E. Lockwood’s, Gallery, 145 Eighth avenue.

The fourth advertisement appeared on May 25, 1857.  Stop that Croaking.—Lockwood Defies competition, but invites comparison.  Ten Cent ambrotypes—ambrotypes ten cents.  Large size, including frame, only ten cents, at M. E. Lockwood’s gallery, 145 Eighth avenue; three thousand daily.  Fancy cases less than others charge for common ones.  N. B.—No connection with any other gallery.  Likenesses of deceased persons and invalids taken at their residences.  No. 145 Eighth avenue, one door north of seventeenth street.

M. E. Lockwood is not recorded in other photographic directories. There is a strong possibility that this is Maurice W. Lockwood.

Loozinski L. Lewis

Daguerreotypes, ,

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.

 

Professor Leine

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , ,

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.

Legal & Bouland

Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Retailer, , , ,

1850                86 William Street, New York, New York.

Legal & Bouland (Eugene Legal & Fred B. Bouland) were recorded in one advertisement that ran on September 19 & 20, 1850 in the New York Herald (New York, New York).  Daguerreotype Plates.—For sale Cheap, A small consignment of Daguerreotype Plates.Legal & Bouland, 86 William street, up stairs.

Legal & Bouland are not listed in other photographic directories.  Both Eugene Legal and Fred B. Bouland are listed in the 1850 New York City resident directory as Importers, 86 William Street.

F. C. Lawrence

Retailer, ,

1851                12 Wall Street, New York, New York.                                                                        1851                8 Wall Street, New York, New York.

F. C. Lawrence was recorded in three advertisements. The first Advertisement ran from January 21 to 29, 1851 in The New York Herald (New York, New York). Daguerreotype Plates At auction.  F. C. Lawrence & Co., No. 12 Wall street, will sell, on Thursday, 30th inst., at four o’clock P. M., precisely, a large lot of very fine French Daguerreotype Plates, to close a consignment.  The will be sold in lots of one hundred plates.  Terms, under $250, cash; above that amount four months approved endorsed paper.  catalogues now ready.  Goods may be examined two days before the sale.

The second advertisement appeared on January 30, 1851 in The New York Herald (New York, New York).  Attention Daguerreotypist!—Great Auction Sale of several 1,000 Star Plates, No. 40.  Also, valuable Carved Wood Daguerreotype Frames to fit up a gallery, and a large lot of French Passepartouts, by F. C. Lawrence & Co. 8 Wall-st., this day.  The goods are ready for examination.  Such an opportunity rarely occurs.

The third advertisement appeared on January 30, 1851 in the New York Daily Tribune (New York, New York).  Attention Daguerreotypist.—Great Auction Sale of several 1,000 Star Plates No. 40.  Also valuable Carved Wood Daguerreotype Frames to fit up a Gallery, and a large lot of French Passepartouts, by F. C. Lawrence & Co. 8 Wall-st.  This Day.  The goods are ready for examination.  Such an opportunity rarely occurs.

F. C. Lawrence is not listed in other photographic directories. He is also not listed in the 1850-1851 or 1851-1852 New York City directory.

Joseph C. Law

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1853                Sixth Avenue, New York, New York.                                                                                1853-1860     47 Avenue D, New York, New York.[1]

 

Joseph C. Law was recorded in an announcement that ran on May 25, 1853 as being associated with the firm of Miller, McClelland & McEachran in The New York Herald (New York, New York).  Communicated.—Mr. Editor, In Paying A Visit to the Crystal Palace a few days since, we excepted an invitation to examine the mammoth daguerrean saloon of Messrs. Miller, McClelland & McEachran, located on the Sixth avenue, immediately opposite the Crystal Palace.  The whole interior, the magnificence, an entire arrangements for the transfer of absolute humanity upon perfect, durable, and life resembling reflections, are such as cannot but inspire every visitor and patron with unhesitating confidence and satisfaction.  The visiting community will not wonder at this, when they are apprised of the fact that the whole operating department is under the immediate supervision of Prof. J. C. Law, whose artistic talent and thorough knowledge of the daguerrean art is not only proverbial among artisans of celebrity, but admitted by the general public.  The above named establishment, with its elegant apartments, important modern improvements and close proximity to the Palace for exhibiting the industry of the world, must command the presence of visitors, whose patronage will be an unavoidable consequence.  We must not omit to say, that the very gentlemanly bearing of all connected with the establishment, besides warranting well executed and perfect pictures, at once entitled them to the cordial support of all classes.  Every facility, we learn, will be in readiness to take the daguerreotypes of distinguished visitors of our own and foreign countries, during the approaching exhibition.  Call, see, and admire.  Visitors.

Joseph C. Law is recorded in other photographic directories, but is included here because of the new information.

[1] Dates and Address  from Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

James Landy

Photographs, , , , ,

1850-N.D.      289 Broadway, New York, New York.[1]                                                                                 N. D.                 233 Broadway, New York, New York.[1]                                                                      1859                145 Main Street, Richmond, Virginia.

James Landy was recorded in one announcement that appeared on December 28, 1859 in The Daily Dispatch (Richmond, Virginia).  Mr. James Landy, Chemist and Photographic Artist, of long experience in the principal Galleries of New York, has just arrived to fulfill an engagement for one year with C. R. Rees, of 145 Main street.  We suppose with this addition the Steam Gallery will be able to grind out one hundred portraits more daily.

James Landy is recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry as being active in New York City in 1850 with Silas A. Holmes (for a number of years) and Meade Brothers (dates unknown). The next entry for Landry is 1863 in Cincinnati, Ohio.  It is possible that Landry first met Rees in 1852 when the company was known as Rees & Co. 1852-1854. (Charles R. Rees & Silas A. Holmes.)  Charles R. Rees left the company by March 31, 1854 to open another studio at 385 Broadway.  Silas A. Homes was active at the 289 Broadway address from 1848 to 1859 when Reade Street was enlarged.  More research needs to be done to get a clear and accurate understanding of the relationship between Rees and Holmes.  I currently have large files on both photographers, but I feel more research is needed to get a better understanding of the partnership.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

Martin Kostza

Daguerreotypes, ,

1854                233 Broadway, New York, New York.

Martin Kostza was recorded in six announcements.  The first appeared on  January 23, 1854 in The New York Herald (New York, New York).  Martin Kostza Through A Camera.—The discarded patriot has been engaged by the proprietors of a daguerreotype saloon in this city.  They intend to teach him their art gratis, and when he shall have become perfected in it they will give him a set of apparatus, with which he can travel through the country.  We would recommend him to set up his camera in Washington, and give a group representing all the people whom he has raised to fame—Marcy, the President, Commander Ingraham, and all the members of Congress who voted for the medal.  As these gentlemen are each indebted to him for a greater or less amount of glory they cannot refuse him a sitting; and as the people would like to see all the heroes in one grand group, the pockets of the artist might be suddenly replenished.  We trust that Kostza will not fail to act upon this idea.

The second announcement appeared on January 24, 1854 in The New York Herald (New York, New York).  Martin Koszta.—This Gentleman is now in our establishment.  We have started a subscription for him.  Any sums a charitable community may forward to us we shall  be happy to present him with.  Meade Brother’s, Daguerreotype Galleries, 233 Broadway.

The third announcement appeared on January 26, 1854 in The Daily Dispatch (Richmond, Virginia).  The Illustrious Koszta.—Martin Koszta, the illustrious, whose name has become familiar as household words on both sides of the Atlantic, and who was the innocent cause of procuring immortality for a naval commander and a Secretary of State, has at length settled down in New York, and is learning the Daguerreotype business.  Koszta is poor, and is compelled to do something for himself, since republics are so ungrateful.  Thus he is anxious to secure the shadow ere the substance perish.  A kind hearted Daguerreotypist has consented to teach him the art gratis, and when he shall have learned it, he will be presented with a set of apparatus with which he can travel through the country.

The fourth announcement appeared on January 26, 1854 in The Brooklyn Daily Eagle (Brooklyn, New York).  Koszta, who has latterly been reduced to the brink of starvation, has been taken in by a N. York daguerreotype firm, who intend to teach him the business, furnish him with a set of picture making apparatus and start him on his own hook.

The fifth announcement appeared on February 7, 1854 in The Schenectady Cabinet (Schenectady, New York.  Martin Koszta, the Journal of Commerce says, is engaged in learning the daguerreotype business at Meade Brothers’, in Broadway.  As he was in a destitute condition, these gentlemen have volunteered to assist him, and as soon as qualified, he will probably become an itinerant artist.  His fame will be his capital, which is pretty much all the capital his new business requires.

The sixth announcement appeared on February 8, 1854 in Northern New York Journal (Watertown, New York).  Martin Koszta is now engaged in learning the daguerreotype business at Meade Brothers’, in Broadway.  As he was in a destitute condition, these gentlemen have volunteered to assist him, and as soon as qualified, he will probably become an itinerant artist.  His fame will be his capital, which is pretty much all the capital his new business requires.  He is one of the “distinguished individuals” arriving in this city that has escaped a public reception.—Jour. Of Com.

Martin Koszta is not listed in other photographic directories.