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Cary & Perkins

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1853                407 Broadway, New York, New York.

1853                Corner Bryan Street and Market Square, Savannah, Georgia.

1853 October 22.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 22, 1853, Whole No. 7602, P. 5.

Cary & Perkins’ Daguerreotypes Taken daily at 407 Broadway, and corner of Bryan street and Market square, Savannah, Ga.

Advertisement ran on October 22 & 23, 1853.

1853 October 24.  Tri-Weekly Standard.  (Bridgeport, Connecticut.)  October 24, 1853, Vol. 4, No. 125, Whole No. 592, P. 2.

Cary & Perkins, Daguerreotypists, No. 407 Broadway, New York, And Savannah, Geo.

Advertisement ran from October 24, 1853 to June 5, 1854.

Carvalho, Solomon Nunes

Daguerreotypes, Portrait Painter, , , , , ,

1849-1850       205 Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.

1849-1850       Corner of 4½ Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D. C.

1850                205 Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.

1850-1851       230 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.

1851                Masonic Hall, King and Wentworth Streets, Charleston, South Carolina.

1851-1852       167 Meeting Street, Charleston, South Carolina.

1852                294 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.

1853                349 Broadway, New York, New York.

N. D.  The New York Historical Society’s Dictionary Of American Artists In America 1564-1860.  (New Haven, Connecticut.)  1957, P. 113-114.

Carvalho, Solomon Nunes (1815-1894).  Portrait and Landscape painter, daguerreotypist, and photographer; born in Charleston (S. C.), April 27, 1815.  The artist’s father, David N. Carvalho (1784-1860), a watchmaker and merchant in Charleston for many years, moved in 1828 to Baltimore, where he established a marble paper Manufactory.  The family moved again in 1835, to Philadelphia, where they remained for the next fifteen years.  Solomon’s career as an artist began in Philadelphia about 1838 and centered there for the next decade, though he also worked in Charleston and Washington in the early 1840’s.  S. N. Carvalho was again in Philadelphia in 1849, when he exhibited at the Pennsylvania Academy, but the following year the whole family, including Solomon’s wife and two year old son David, moved to Baltimore, where they made their home until the elder Carvalho’s death in 1860.  In 1851-52 Solomon again paid a professional visit to Charleston.  His next professional venture was his two year service as artist-photographer with John C. Fremont’s expedition to the Far West (1853-54), Carvalho’s own account of which was published in 1857.  During the latter half of the 1850’s the artist worked in Baltimore, but soon after his father’s death he moved to NYC, accompanied by his wife and four sons—David, Jerrite, Jacob, and Solomon (ages 12, 10, 8 and 4, respectively, in 1860).  Carvalho was listed as an artist or photographer in NYC directories until about 1880 and thereafter as president of the Carvalho Heating and Super-heating Co. or simply as inventor.  He died in NYC in 1894…

1845 October 25.  Saturday Courier.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 25, 1845, Vol. XV, No. 33, P. 3. 

On the 15th inst. By the Rev. Isaac Leeser, Mr. Solomon N. Carvalho, of Barbadoes, (sic.), eldest son of D. N. Carvalho, of this city, to Miss. Sarah M. daughter of the late Jacob S. Solis, of New York.

1846 February 5.  American Sentinel.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  February 5, 1846, Vol. XXX, P. 3. 

Married. In Barbados, W. I. On Wednesday, the 15th October, at the residence of Mr. S. Solis, Mr. Solomon N. Carvalho, of Bridgetown, Barbados, and son of D. N. Carvalho, of Philadelphia, to Miss. Sarah M. Solis, of that city, daughter of the late Jacob S. Solis.

1849 May 28.  American and Commercial Daily Advertiser.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  May 28, 1849, Vol. XCIX, No. 17,288, P. 3.

Gallery Of Fine Arts.  No. 205 Baltimore Street.  S. N. Carvalho, Artist, respectfully informs the inhabitants of Baltimore and its vicinity, that he has become the proprietor of the establishment formerly known as the Plumbe National Gallery, over The Jewelry Store of Messrs. R. & A. Campbell.  He has procured the services of Mr. T. O. Smith, the principal operator at Root’s Gallery of Philadelphia, who will attend to the production of an entirely new style Daguerreotype, patented under the name of the Crayon Daguerreotype, never before introduced in this city.  The great advantage which this style of picture possesses over any other, is that the picture can be seen equally well in any light, and as distinctly when hung against a wall as the finest miniature.  The whole strength of the Instrument is thrown on the head, and the artistic distribution of light and shadow give it the appearance of one of the celebrated Italian Crayon Drawings.

S. N. Carvalho will attend to the Painting department.  Portraits and Miniatures, either from life or Daguerreotype, executed in a manner which he is certain will give satisfaction.  In connection with the above, the Gallery will be adorner with choice works of art, both ancient and modern, affording to the citizens and ladies of Baltimore a fashionable and pleasing resort, without any pecuniary outlay.  The establishment is now being newly fitted up, and will be opened on the first of June.

The charges for the Crayon Daguerreotype will be less than those charged for ordinary Pictures, by the old process.  The subscriber depends solely on the merits of the Pictures produced at this establishment for the success which he anticipates.  

1849 June 22.  American and Commercial Daily Advertiser.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  June 22, 1849, Vol. XCIX, No. 17,310, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes—Mr. S. N. Carvalho, has recently opened his Gallery of Fine Arts at No. 205 Baltimore street, where he is prepared to take likenesses which, for superiority of execution and strictness of resemblance, cannot be surpassed.  Mr. C. has adopted the Crayon style, by which the daguerreotype is made to resemble a finely executed engraving.  By it, too, the artistic affect of light and shadow is more clearly developed; the bust is lost in the back ground, in imitation of crayon drawing; and the eyes, heretofore considered a very difficult feature to imitate successfully, are brought out with a distinctness and close resemblance which must satisfy all.  Another thing claimed for this style is that a large sized picture may be taken on a plate of one third the dimensions required by the old process.  Mr. Carvalho will also execute colored daguerreotypes when desired, for which his experience as an artist renders him peculiarly qualified.  He is assisted in his beautiful art by Mr. Smith, whose knowledge of chemistry enables him to prepare the plates with such sensitiveness that children may be taken in the short space of from one to three seconds.  The likeness of the Hon. Henry Clay, John Swift, Esq. Mayor of Philadelphia, and a number of other distinguished gentlemen, which may be found at Mr. C.’s rooms, will be readily recognized.  All in want of first rate pictures should not fail to give him a call.  Visitors will find the rooms handsomely furnished, and while waiting for pictures may amuse themselves on one of Messrs. Wise & Bro.’s fine tone pianos with the improved touch.

1849 July 17.  American and Commercial Daily Advertiser.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  July 17, 1849, Vol. C, No. 17,330, P. 2.

Improved Daguerreotypes.  S. N. Carvalho’s Gallery Of Fine Arts, No. 205 Baltimore street.  The subscriber informs the public generally that he has erected a building with a combination of sky and side lights, where he can (from his knowledge of light and shadow, having made it his study for 15 years,) produce Daguerreotype likenesses which will compare with any taken in the United States.  His new crayon process is admirably adapted for gentlemen’s portraits.  He invites the public to call and view his specimens, and will in all instances, if allowed, take a picture of a gentleman or lady to show the style of his work, without any charge.

Children of any age taken in a few seconds.

Portraits, Engravings, Statuary, &c., accurately copied.  S. N. Carvalho, over Campbell’s Jewelry Store, 205 Baltimore st.

1849 July 31.  American and Commercial Daily Advertiser.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  July 31, 1849, Vol. C, No. 17,342, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.—There is no branch of art in which more improvement has been effected in so short a time as that of Photography, or Daguerreotyping.  Among those who are foremost in the adoption of all new progressions in this beautiful science in Mr. S. N Carvalho, who has lately introduced here the Crayon process, by which his pictures are made to closely resemble a fine engraving.—He has recently much enlarged and made important additions to his already excellent sky light, and sitters may rely on having their likenesses taken in the most correct and life-like manner, and in the highest style of the art.  Mr. Carvalho’s rooms are at 205 Baltimore street, and will be fond to be handsomely furnished, with piano and other musical instruments for the entertainment of visitors.

1849 August 21.  American and Commercial Daily Advertiser.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  August 21, 1849, Vol. C, No. 17,360, P. 3.

Carvalho’s Daguerreotypes are justly admired for their truthful likenesses, classical arrangement, and beautiful tone.  Those who want a good picture are invited to call on Mr. Carvalho, No. 205 Baltimore street, over R. & A. Campbell’s jewelry store.

Advertisement ran from August 21 to 27, 1849.

1849 September 3.  American and Commercial Daily Advertiser.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  September 3, 1849, Vol. C, No. 17,371, P. 3.

Improved Daguerreotypes.  S. N. Carvalho’s Gallery Of Fine Arts, No. 205 Baltimore street.  The subscriber informs the public generally that he has erected a building with a combination of sky and side lights, where he can (from his knowledge of light and shadow, having made it his study for 15 years,) produce Daguerreotype likenesses which will compare with any taken in the United States.  His new crayon process is admirably adapted for gentlemen’s portraits.  He invites the public to call and view his specimens, and will in all instances, if allowed, take a picture of a gentleman or lady to show the style of his work, without any charge.

Children of any age taken in a few seconds.

Portraits, Engravings, Statuary, &c., accurately copied.  S. N. Carvalho, over Campbell’s Jewelry Store, 205 Baltimore st.

1849 September 17.  American and Commercial Daily Advertiser.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  September 17, 1849, Vol. C, No. 17,386, P. 3.

Carvalho’s Daguerreotypes are worthy a place in the Cabinet of all lovers of good pictures—his portraits are gems in their way.  They have a beautiful rich lifelike tone, and are considered by first rate judges to be the best in the city.  Mr. Carvalho is an experienced artist having practiced successfully his profession in this city ten years ago; and his knowledge of light and shadow enables him to give a classical arrangement to the figure.  His skylight is most scientifically projected; and his Saloon, No. 205 Baltimore st., is well worth a visit.

Advertisement ran from September 17 to 21, 1849.

1849 November 13.  The Republic.  (Washington, D. C.)  November 13, 1849, Vol. 1, No. 130, P. 3.

Arrivals At The Hotels…National Hotel, Corner of Pennsylvania Avenue and 6th street…S. N. Carvalho, Baltimore.

1849 November 27.  The Republic.  (Washington, D. C.)  November 27, 1849, Vol. 1, No. 142, P. 3.

Arrivals At The Hotels…National Hotel, Corner of Pennsylvania Avenue and 6th street…S. N. Carvalho, Baltimore.

1849 November 28.  American and Commercial Daily Advertiser.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  November 28, 1849, Vol. C, No. 17,428, P. 3.

Carvalho’s Gallery Of Fine Arts’ (formerly Plumb’s,) No. 205 Baltimore St. 

Why are Carvalho’s Daguerreotypes the best in the city?  Because they are made by an experienced Artist who understands the profession scientifically.

Why is Carvalho’s Gallery of Fine Arts continually thronged with visitors?  Because his rooms are elegantly arranged with beautiful specimens of Paintings, Engravings and Daguerreotypes, an improved tone Piano, and a Lady always in attendance for the comfort of Lady visitors.

Why are Carvalho’s Daguerreotypes easily distinguished from all others taken in the city?  Because there is a depth of tone, an artistic arrangement of light and shadow, and an ease and grace about the attitudes, which none others possess.

Why did not Carvalho’s Daguerreotypes take the premium at the late fair?  Simply because Carvalho’s Daguerreotypes were not on exhibition at the late Fair.  The public had already awarded him the highest premium for his Pictures.

Why is the operating room filled with Children of all ages from eleven o’clock till three every day?  Because during those hours he is continually engaged in producing the most beautiful groups of these interesting responsibilities.

Why he is always engaged in cloudy weather?  Because a cloudy day is the very best time for Adults to sit for Pictures.  Let the public bear this in mind.

1849 December 4.  The Republic.  (Washington, D. C.)  December 4, 1849, Vol. 1, No. 147, P. 3.

Arrivals At The Hotels…National Hotel, Corner of Pennsylvania Avenue and 6th street…S. N. Carvalho, Baltimore.

1849 December 7.  The Republic.  (Washington, D. C.)  December 7, 1849, Vol. 1, No. 150, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.—We refer to the card, in another column, of Mr. Carvalho, artist, who has established himself in our city.  He has acquired much celebrity, and understands the art not only pf taking Daguerreotype likenesses, but of drawing, painting, &c., thoroughly.  Mr. C. is well known in Baltimore, and has now in that city a superb and highly attractive gallery of paintings.  We refer those who may desire his services to his establishment, and are confident they will be suited in the very best manner.

1849 December 7.  The Republic.  (Washington, D. C.)  December 7, 1849, Vol. 1, No. 150, P. 3.

American Photographic Gallery.  S. N. Carvalho, Artists, of Baltimore, respectfully informs the citizens of Washington and the public in general, that he has rented the Daguerreotype Gallery formerly occupied by Van Loan & Chase, at the corner of 4½ street and Pennsylvania avenue, where he is prepared to make pictures which will bear comparison with any daguerreotypes in the world.  He has established at Baltimore a reputation for making the best pictures in that city; and the public at Washington have now the opportunity of procuring an artistic picture, such an one as will be worthy a place in the cabinet of the connoisseurs or the ladies’ centre table.  Groups of any number of persons can be taken, with all the classical arrangement of light and shadow, expression, and beautiful tone of a highly-finished mezzotint engraving.

N. B.  The greatest care taken in procuring correct likenesses of children; and in no instance will a charge be made without the picture is perfectly satisfactory.  Call and examine specimens.  Post mortem cases promptly attended to.  Corner of 4½ and Pennsylvania avenue.

1849 December 8.  Daily National Intelligencer.  (Washington, D. C.)  December 8, 1849, Vol. XXXVII, No. 11,479, P. 3.

American Photographic Gallery.  S. N. Carvalho, Artists, of Baltimore, respectfully informs the citizens of Washington and the public in general, that he has rented the Daguerreotype Gallery formerly occupied by Van Loan & Chase, at the corner of 4½ street and Pennsylvania avenue, where he is prepared to make pictures which will bear comparison with any daguerreotypes in the world.  He has established at Baltimore a reputation for making the best pictures in that city; and the public at Washington have now the opportunity of procuring an artistic picture, such an one as will be worthy a place in the cabinet of the connoisseurs or the ladies’ centre table.  Groups of any number of persons can be taken, with all the classical arrangement of light and shadow, expression, and beautiful tone of a highly-finished mezzotint engraving.

N. B.  The greatest care taken in procuring correct likenesses of children; and in no instance will a charge be made without the picture is perfectly satisfactory.  Call and examine specimens.  Post mortem cases promptly attended to.  Corner of 4½ and Pennsylvania avenue.

1849 December 12.  The Daily Union.  (Washington, D. C.)  December 12, 1849, Vol. V, No. 191, P. 3.

American Photographic Gallery.  S. N. Carvalho, Artists, of Baltimore, respectfully informs the citizens of Washington and the public in general, that he has rented the Daguerreotype Gallery formerly occupied by Van Loan & Chase, at the corner of 4½ street and Pennsylvania avenue, where he is prepared to make pictures which will bear comparison with any daguerreotypes in the world.  He has established at Baltimore a reputation for making the best pictures in that city; and the public at Washington have now the opportunity of procuring an artistic picture, such an one as will be worthy a place in the cabinet of the connoisseurs or the ladies’ centre table.  Groups of any number of persons can be taken, with all the classical arrangement of light and shadow, expression, and beautiful tone of a highly-finished mezzotint engraving.

N. B.  The greatest care taken in procuring correct likenesses of children; and in no instance will a charge be made without the picture is perfectly satisfactory.  Call and examine specimens.  Post mortem cases promptly attended to.  Corner of 4½ and Pennsylvania avenue.

Advertisement ran from December 12, 1849 to March 24, 1850.

1850 January 1.  The Daily Union.  (Washington, D. C.)  January 1, 1850, Vol. V, No. 207, P. 3.

Wonders will never cease!—We are told that a most beautiful Daguerreotype likeness can be obtained at the new daguerrean establishment, at the Odeon, for only One Dollar.

Advertisement ran from January 1 to 10, 1850.

1850 March 13.  Daily National Intelligencer.  (Washington, D. C.)  March 13, 1850, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 11,557, P. 3.

Carvalho’s Daguerreotypes, Odeon, corner of 4½ street and Pennsylvania avenue.  Daguerreotypes taken in the first style of art.  The public are invited to call and examine specimens.

1850 June 29.  Baltimore Price-Current and Weekly Journal of Commerce.  (Baltimore, Maryland.) June 29, 1950, Vol. 1, No. 1, P. 1.

Carvalho’s Daguerreotype Gallery, No. 205 Baltimore st.  Pictures taken in all weathers.

The most extensive and scientifically arranged sky-light in the city.

Advertisement ran from June 29, 1850 to July 12, 1851.

1850 July 6.  Baltimore Price-Current and Weekly Journal of Commerce.  (Baltimore, Maryland.) July 6, 1850, Vol. 1, No. 2, P. 1.

Carvalho’s Daguerreotype Gallery, No. 205 Baltimore st.  Pictures taken in all weather.

The most extensive and scientifically arranged sky-light in the city.

1850 July 31.  American and Commercial Daily Advertiser.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  July 31, 1850, Vol. CII, No. 15,843, P. 2.

Ivory Daguerreotypes At Carvalho’s Gallery, 205 Baltimore Street.  The Subscriber is now producing a new and beautiful style of  pictures, resembling a miniature painted on Ivory, which for beauty and tone of finish, cannot be surpassed and supercede (sic.) entirely the necessity of the expensive Miniature Painting, which these imitate.  S, N. Carvalho. 205 Baltimore street, over Campbell’s Jewelry Store.

1850 October 24.  The Sun.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  October 24, 1850, Vol. XXVII, No. 136, P. 2.

Cattle Show.—Strangers visiting the city for the purpose of attending the above, are respectfully invited to Carvalho’s Daguerreotype Gallery, No. 205 Baltimore Street, over Campbell’s Jewelry Store where they can obtain a superior picture of themselves and friends.

1850 December 16.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 16, 1850, Vol. XLVIII, No. 14,681, P. 2.

Ship News Port Of Charleston Dec. 16, 1850.  Arrived on Saturday…

Line Schr. Saml. Butler, Booze, Baltimore, 3m days from Capes…S. N. Carvalho.

1850 December 17.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 17, 1850, Vol. XLVIII, No. 14,682, P. 3.

Ivory Daguerreotypes.  S, N. Carvalho, a native of Charleston, respectfully informs the Ladies and Gentlemen of this city, and its vicinity, that he has taken rooms at No. 230 King street, opposite Messrs. Lambert & Brother’s Carpet store, where he is prepared to make Daguerreotypes on an entire new style, by a process discovered by himself.  These pictures resemble a highly finished miniature on Ivory, and possess the advantage of being seen in any light.  Being an artist, he is also enabled, from his knowledge of light and shade, to make classical arrangements of groups, by the usual process.

Particular care taken in making Daguerreotypes of Children of any age. Which by the aid of powerful quick working instrument, can be correctly delivered in one second of time.

Likenesses Taken After Death, at the shortest notice.  Paintings, Engravings, Statuary and Daguerreotypes accurately copied.

Portraits painted in oil from life, and Likenesses in every instance guaranteed.  S. N. Carvalho, 230 King street.

1851 February 3.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.) February 3, 1851, Vol. XLIX, No. 14,721, P. 2.

Mr. Carvalho’s Daguerreotypes and Oil Paintings.—Within the last year, numerous important improvements in the process of Daguerreotyping have been introduced, which we have taken occasion from time to time, to notice.  Among the latest is a new style resembling a highly finished miniatures on ivory, several specimens of which are on exhibition at the rooms of Mr. S. N. Carvalho, 230 King street.  Mr. C. is a native of this city, where he has returned, after an absence of a few years, with recruited health, and experience in the profession to which he has devoted himself, with the view of taken up his permanent residence among us.  His studio has  been only recently opened to the public, but he has already accumulated a respectable number of likenesses of well known residents of this city both in Photographic and Oil paintings; his familiarity as a professional artist with the philosophical principles of light and shadow, enabling him to combine the study and practice of both to great advantage.  An exquisitely delicate and life-like fancy sketch in oil, which he has just completed, is attracting the admiration of his visitors, and considered by many good judges among them to be a highly successful effort, in the delineation of a difficult subject, altitude and expression.  Mr. Carvalho’s rooms are open at all hours of the morning and afternoon for the inspection of ladies and gentlemen desirous of seeing his specimens and improvements in the art.

1851 March 4.  American and Commercial Daily Advertiser.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  March 4, 1851, Vol. CIII, No. 16,025, P. 3.

Paintings And Furniture Of A Gallery Of Fine Arts.—On This (Wednesday) Morning, March 5th, at 12 o’clock, precisely, we shall sell at 205 Baltimore street, over the store of Messrs. R. & A. Campbell, the Paintings and Furniture of Mr. S. N. Carvalho. Who is about to vacate the premises.  We name—One suit of solid Walnut Furniture, consisting of Sofas, 2 Lounges and 8 Chairs; Tapestry covers, made by Riddle, of Philadelphia; Damask Window Curtains; Lace do; French Plate Mirrors; Centre Tables; Side do; Show Cases; Stoves, &c. –in fact, every thing usually found in such an establishment.  Also, 25 Oli Paintings, part of which are original and very valuable.

Terms cash, in bankable money.  Cannon, Bennett & Co., Aucts.

Advertisement ran on March 4 & 5, 1851.

1851 April 2.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.) April 2, 1851, Vol. XLIX, No. 14,772, P. 3.

Carvalho’s Daguerreotypes, at the Masonic Hall, corner of King and Wentworth sts., entrance on Wentworth-st.—The subscriber respectfully  informs the public generally, that he has removed his Gallery to the first floor of the Masonic Hall, where he is prepared to make Daguerreotypes of all sizes, in style which for classical arrangements and beauty of finish, cannot be excelled.   S. N. Carvalho.

1851 June 11.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.) June 11, 1851, Vol. XLIX, No. 14,831, P. 3.

Ship News.  Port of Charleston, June 11, 1851.  Arrived Yesterday…

Brig. [Gulnare, Ellenis], Baltimore, 9 days from the capes…S. N. Carvalho.   

1851 June 17.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.) June 17, 1851, Vol. XLIX, No. 14,836, P. 3.

South-Carolina Daguerrean Gallery,  Grand Sky Light 167 Meeting-st., nearly opposite the Charleston Hotel.  The subscriber has fitted up on scientific principles, a grand Sky Light , so arranged, that Pictures can be made in all kinds of weather, but without inconvenience to the weakest eyes from excessive glare of light.

Citizens and strangers are invited to visit this Gallery whether they wish pictures or not.

Daguerreotypes Of Children, singly or in family groups.

All pictures warranted not to rub off,  S. N. Carvalho.

Advertisement ran from June 17 to 20, 1851.

1851 November 21.  The Southern Press.  (Washington, D. C.)  November 21, 1851, Vol. II, No. 140, P. 3.

From the Charleston Courier.  Opening of the Fair,..

Specimens Of Art.  Daguerreotypes.—From Smith and Longman, S. N Carvalho. 

Oil Paintings—Messrs. Curtis, Carvalho.

1852 February 14.  Boston Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  February 14, 1852, P. 1.

A daguerreotypist in Charlestown, (sic.) Mr. Carvalho, has discovered a mode of covering the daguerreotypes with a transparent enamel surface, whereby he dispenses with the glass cover to protect the picture.  Rubbing the plate, instead of injuring, improves the picture.  Such pictures may be sent any distance without injury.

1852 February 21.  The Planters’ Banner.  (Franklin, Louisiana.)  February 21, 1852, Vol. XVII, No. 6, P. 3.

New Discovery in Daguerreotyping.—J. N. Carvalho, of Charleston, has shown the editor of the Courier a specimen of his newly invented daguerreotype plate, which possesses this advantage over the old method, viz: that it requires no glass to protect it, inasmuch as it is covered with a transparent enamel surface, which renders the picture impervious to the effects of the atmosphere, and less liable to be rubbed off; in fact, the more friction that is used on the surface, the brighter and clearer the picture becomes.  So durable is it that it can be sent in a letter any distance without the possibility of its being scratched or defaced.  Mr. Carvalho, who is a native of Charleston intends to take out a patent for his discovery

1852 February 21.  Sunbury American.  (Sunbury, Pennsylvania.)  February 21, 1852, New Series Vol. 4, No. 48, Old Series Vol. 12, No. 22, P. 1.

A Daguerreotypist in Charlestown, (sic.) Mr. Carvalho, has discovered a mode of covering the Daguerreotypes with a transparent enamel surface, whereby he dispenses with the glass cover to protect the picture.  Rubbing the plate, instead of injuring, improves the picture.  Such pictures may be sent any distance without injury.

1852 February 26.  The New York Reformer.  (Watertown, New York.)  February 26, 1852, Vol. 2, No. 27, P. 3.

Valuable Discovery.—A daguerreotypist in Charleston, Mr. Carvalho, has discovered a mode of covering the daguerreotypes with a transparent enamel surface, whereby he dispenses with the glass cover to protect the picture.  Rubbing the plate, instead of injuring, improves the picture.  Such pictures may be sent to any distance without injury.

1852 March 2.  Vermont Chronicle.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  March 2, 1852, Vol. XXVII, No. 9, Whole No. 1352, P. 4.

A gentleman in Charleston is said to have made a valuable discovery in the art of daguerreotyping.  The advantage claimed for a picture taken by the new process is, that it requires no glass to protect it, inasmuch as it is covered with a transparent enameled surface, which renders the picture impervious to the effects of the atmosphere, and less liable to be rubbed off; in fact, the more friction that is used on the surface, the brighter and clearer the picture becomes; and so durable is it, that it can be sent in a letter any distance without the possibility of its being scratched or defaced.

1852 March 4.  Hannibal Journal.  (Hannibal, Missouri.)  March 4, 1852, Vol. II, No. 27, P. 4.

New Discovery In Daguerreotyping.—We had placed on our desk yesterday by Mr. J. N. Carvalho, of 167 Meeting street for the inspection of the curious in such matters a specimen of his newly invented daguerreotype plate, which possesses this advantage over the old method, viz: that it requires no glass to protect it, inasmuch as it is covered with a transparent enamel surface, which renders the picture impervious to the effects of the atmosphere, and less liable to be rubbed off—in fact the more friction that is used on the surface the brighter and clearer the picture becomes, and so durable is it that it can be sent in a letter any distance without the possibility of its being scratched or defaced.  Mr. Carvalho intends, we understand, to take out a patent.—Charleston paper.

1852 April 1.  Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  April 1, 1852, Vol. LII, No. 2689, P. 2.

A Daguerreotypist in Charleston, S. C. has discovered a mode of covering daguerreotypes with a transparent enamel surface, whereby he dispenses with the glass cover to protect the picture.  Rubbing the plate, instead of injuring, improves the picture.  Such pictures may be sent to any distance without injury.

1852 May 20.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.) May 20, 1852, Vol. L, No. 15,118, P. 3.

Grand Scientifically Arranged Light,  Carvalho’s King-Street Daguerreotype Gallery, 294, Opposite Liberty-Street, Only Up One Flight Of Stairs.  First Rate Pictures From $1.50, Case Included, To Ten Dollars.

Likenesses of Children taken in One Second of time.  All Pictures Warranted.

N. B. A reception room expressly for Ladies.

1852 August 14.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  August 14, 1852, Whole No. 7226, P. 3.

Daguerrean Gallery.—A First Rate Opportunity for going into business.–For sale, a Daguerrean Gallery, with skylight ten feet square, neatly fitted up, now doing a business of $1,800 per annum, in the most business part of Charleston, S. C., either with or without a whole or a half plate instrument.  The subscriber, being engaged in the duties of his profession, is unable to attend to it.  Address, post paid, to S. N. Carvalho, artist, Charleston, S. C.  N. B.—From $300 to $400 required, as may be agreed on , and possession given immediately.

1852 November 23.  The Camden Journal.  (Camden, South Carolina.)  November 23, 1852, Vol. 3, No. 94, P. 2.

The Fair and Poultry Exhibition…We have taken a few notes in the more delicate and fine arts to-day.  In Oil Painting, Mr. S. N. Cavalho (sic.), of this city, presents several creditable offerings from his studio-conspicuous among which is a familiar Portrait readily recognized as the weather beaten but expressive countenance of “The Wandering Jew,” a venerable eccentric character well known down town, by his constant presence, and up the road, through the innumerable hieroglyphics traced along the fences, to an indefinite extent, by his hand.  These paintings add no little attraction to the Exhibition.

1852 November 25.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  November 25, 1852, Vol. L, No 15277, P. 2.

The Committee on Premiums, to whom was assigned the duty of selecting competent judges to decide on the respective merits of the various articles offered for exhibition at the Fair of the South-Carolina Institute for the present year, respectfully report the following list of awards…

S. N. Carvalho, for the Bust of a Beggar—a Silver Medal.

Osborn, for the best Composition Daguerreotypes—A Silver Medal. 

Glenn, for the best Daguerreotype heads—a Silver Medal.

1852 December 27.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.) December 27, 1852, Vol. L, No. 15,304, P. 2.

For Sale.—The Subscriber, intending to devote his whole time to his profession (Portrait Painting) will dispose of his Daguerrean Gallery, 294 King-street, together with instruments, &c., on accommodating terms.  He will also give instructions to the purchaser if required.  Apply as above.  S. N. Carvalho.

1853 February 28.  Morning Journal and Courier.  (New Haven, Connecticut.)  February 28, 1853, Vol. VIII, No. 49, P. 2

A valuable discovery with regard to daguerreotypes has been made by Mr. S. N. Carvalho, an artist of Charleston, S. C.  It has been hitherto necessary to enclose daguerreotypes in cases, and cover them with glass, as the least friction destroyed the work of sun and shadow.  Mr. Carvalho has discovered a perfectly transparent enamel, insoluble by all ordinary agents, a thin coating of which being spread upon a daguerreotype, may be carried about without other protection, or sent by post to any part of the world.  The enamel, produces no perceptible effect upon the picture.

1853 March 4.  The Freeman’s Journal.  (Cooperstown, New York.)  March 4, 1853, Vol. XLV, No. 29, Whole No. 2,317, P. 4.

A valuable discovery with regard to daguerreotypes has been made by Mr. S. N. Carvalho, an artist of Charleston, S. C.  It has been hitherto necessary to enclose daguerreotypes in cases, and cover them with glass, as the least friction destroyed the work of sun and shadow.  Mr. Carvalho has discovered a perfectly transparent enamel, insoluble by all ordinary agents, a thin coating of which being spread upon a daguerreotype it may be carried about without other protection, or sent by post to any part of the world.  The enamel, produces no perceptible effect upon the picture.

1853 March 8.  Portland Weekly Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  March 8, 1853, Vol. LV, No. 10, P. 2.

A Discovery And An Improvement.—Mr. Carvalho, a young artist who has won some deserved celebrity at Charleston, S. C. has shown us a specimen of the successful application of a recent discovery of his, which must add, we think great value to the daguerreotype.  It is a process of enamelling,—applied after the picture is taken—by which the impression is permanently secured, and protected from the action of fire, water, or contact of any kind.  Thus protected, the daguerreotype needs no glass, in framing, and it may be transmitted, without injury, by mail, to any distance.  [N. Y. Express.

1853 March 17.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  March 17, 1853, Vol. XII, No. 3718, P. 4.

Transparent Enameled Daguerreotypes.—J. Gurney, Daguerreotypist, No. 349 Broadway, corner of Leonard-st., having completed arrangements and entered into an arrangement with Mr. S. N. Carvalho, the discoverer of the above beautiful and highly important process, takes this method to inform his patrons and the public generally, that Mr. Carvalho may be found at his gallery, No. 349 Broadway, where he is prepared to enamel daguerreotypes of all sizes, whether taken at the gallery or elsewhere.

In offering this discovery to the public, Mr. Gurney is deeply impressed with the importance which a hard, transparent; enamel surface must and does add to the intrinsic value of good Daguerreotypes.  It effectually and permanently preserves it from atmospheric action; the picture may be washed, rubbed hard with a soft handererchief or glove, handled with soiled or greasy fingers, the surface of the enamel not sustaining the slightest injury.

Valuable Daguerreotypes of deceased relatives or friends may be thus permanently preserved at a small expense.

To Miniature painters, engravers and artists generally this enamel surface affords facility for tracing, which is a great desideratum.

For transmitting Daguerreotypes in a simple letter to any part of the world, without extra expense for postage, express, &c., thousands of persons will take advantage, as it supercedes the great uncertainty, detention, and expense of ordinary transportation.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens.  J. Gurney, cor. Leonard and Broadway.

Advertisement ran on March 17 & 18, 1853.

1853 March 22.  Vermont Chronicle.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  March 22, 1853, Vol. XXVIII, No. 12, Whole No. 1408, P. 4.

Enamel For Daguerreotypes.  A valuable discovery with regard to daguerreotypes has been made by Mr. S. N. Carvalho, an artist of Charleston, S. C,  It has been hitherto necessary to enclose daguerreotypes in cases, and cover them with glass, as the least friction destroyed the work of sun shadow. 

Mr. Charvalho (sic.) has discovered a perfectly transparent enamel, insoluble by all ordinary agents, a thin coating of which being spread upon a daguerreotype, it may be carried about without other protection, or sent by post to any part of the world.  The enamel produces no perceptible effect upon the picture.

1853 October 28.  Wheeling Daily Intelligencer.  (Wheeling, Virginia.)  October 28, 1853, Vol. 2, No. 55, P. 2.

Col. Fremont had sufficiently recovered from his indisposition to enable him to resume his winter expedition over the central rout to the Pacific.  He left St. Louis on the 15th to join his company at Old Caw Mission, at which place they were camping.  His party consists of twenty-one men, ten of whom are Delaware Indians.  Some of these Indians have been with Col. Fremont on previous expeditions.  They are picked men of their tribe, and most skillful hunters.  A daguerrean artist goes with the party, who will take sketches of everything worthy to be represented along the route.

1854 September 22.  The Western Democrat.  (Charlotte, North Carolina.)  September 22, 1854, Vol. 3, No. 9, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes of The Rocky Mountains.  The Washington correspondent of the New York Times writes: 

Calling upon the world-renowned Col. Fremont, at his residence a few evenings since. I was favored with an exhibition of quite a number of the three hundred daguerreotype views of various points of interest passed by him during his recent expedition to the Rocky Mountains, taken by the Colonel, with the assistance of a young artist who belonged to his party.  I hardly know whether to express more admiration of the perfection of these pictures as a work of art, or of the happy idea which suggested this method of presenting perfectly truthful descriptions of the country through which the explorer passed.  Some of these views present a back-ground of twenty or thirty miles; and, notwithstanding they were all taken in the open air, and under circumstances which make it quite impossible for the artist to avail themselves of some of the chemicals indispensable by Brady or Whitehurst, the latter gentlemen never turned out better specimens of the art than are many of the Colonel’s plates.   

 1897 May 24.  New York Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  May 24, 1897, Vol. LVII, No. 18, 453, P. 7.

Solomon N. Carvalho.  Solomon N. Carvalho, an artist, of No. 479 Mount Hope Place, died at his home on Friday.  Mr. Carvalho was eighty-two years old.  He leaves two sons, S. S. Carvalho, the newspaper man, who lives at Metuchen, N. J., and David N. Carvalho, of No. 42 East One-Hundred-and-thirty-third-st., who is at present in California.

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F) SOLOMON II NUNES CARVALHO (1815/1897)

Charleston, South Carolina.

27 Apr 1815 Born   Attended Charleston College?
1828 Parents left him @13?  to go to Baltimore
1833 Stayed in Charleston
1834 “Professional Artist” Paints Beth Elohim synagogue. After 1838 when it burnt down offers it to Congregation who pay him $50 for it.

Barbados?

1835 onwards  working for “Uncle” ie Emmanuel (or David, his father?
1838 Dry Goods store owner in Charleston
1840 “Child with rabbits” picture used on bank notes US & Canada
20 Mar 1841 visit to Washington DC for silhouette portrait of himself

July 1843 in Bridgetown, Barbados with sister Julia
1844 Barbados self-portrait

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1845-50  Learned the daguerreotype process
16 Jul 1845 writes to Sarah’s brother re marriage
15 Oct 1845 M Sarah Miriam Etting Solis (b 15 Oct 1824/ d Mt Pleasant, NY 2 May 1894-Dau of Jacob daSilva Solis & Charity Hays who had been married by uncle Emanuel Carvalho-Sarah had royal ancestry from Portugal, Castile, Leon &Spain i.e. very establishment family)
1846 Shipwreck on honeymoon to the “Islands”
29 Sep 1848 son David 1-born
1848 visits Washington Dinner with Prof Samuel F B Morse
1849  Exhibition of work. residence 144 Chestnut Street, Phil. (Delightful! see Google Streetview)
1849/50 Officer Hebrew Education Soc

Baltimore, Maryland.

July 1849 opens Gallery of Fine Arts at 205 Baltimore St. prev. location of John Plumbe Jr.
1850 Listed as Daguerrian Washington DC & Baltimore. Advertised his gallery of “Ivory and other Daguerreotypes” at the Odeon, corner of 4-1/2 Street and Pennsylvania Ave, Washington.
1850  Occupation  Artist
1850 census lists family
1850 Painted Little Miss Carvalho “VKA” An Azevedo or Emanuel’s dau?.
Late 1850 moved his business to Washington
1851 advertised in Baltimore as daguerrian & portrait painter

Charleston, South Carolina.

3 Feb 1851 Advt. in Charleston Courier– Gallery at 230 King Street
1852 Spec Ctee Shearith Israel Congregation Synagogue
1852 Listed himself  “Grand Sky-light Daguerrian Gallery @167 Meeting St Charleston
23 Sep 1852 Jacob Solis 2-born (later “Uncle Jack who married Suzanne Walker convert
12 Apr 1853 Charity (Charrie) 3-born
1853 invented process for the transparent enameling of daguerreotypes.
1853 Employed by Jeremiah Gurney NYC to utilize this process

Fremont Expedition.

5 Sep 1853 “Accompanied General John C Fremont on his expedition across the Rockies as the artist of the expedition. Lost for 6 months & mourned as dead, reached California …first ever to put the beauty of the Grand Canyon on canvas” Claire Carvalho
8 Feb Arrived Parowan, Utah -saved by the Mormon Heap family
1 Mar Arrived Salt Lake City-painted many portraits Made a great deal of money.
13 June 1854 arr. Los Angles  “Carvalho & Johnson” Los Angles

Baltimore, Maryland.

1856 Paints portrait of wife Sarah Miriam Solis
Sept 1856 Published “Incidents of Travel & Adventure…with Col. Fremont….” Chose $300 flat fee instead of 5 cents per book which would have paid 5 times as much!
Jan 1856  Solomon III Solis 4-born
1856/7 listed as artist Baltimore directory resident at 35 South Gay St
1857 Founded Beth Israel synagogue, Sephardic Spanish & Portuguese customs
1857 Holiday with Sarah “Revisiting Bermuda” ? Barbados??
1858/9 listed at 81 Liberty St Baltimore
1859 Paints “Little Annie Abrams” aged 2 (She becomes David II’s wife later)
1860 listed at 92 Saratoga St Baltimore
1860 father David I dies & Sarah & family move to NYC-Solomon to New Orleans

New Orleans, Louisiana.

1860/61 Setting up steam heating invention in New Orleans
1861-Civil War time-Carvalho family is not on 1860 Census

NEW YORK CITY,NY

1862 Solomon joins family in NYC
1862 Res 177th St., Tremont Studio at “Dodsworth’s 204 5th Ave  per Nat Acad of Design
1862 Paints son Jacob Solis
1864  studio at 59 East 13th St Paints sister Miriam “Mona Lisa” style
1864 Exhibits self-portrait at National Academy of Design entry 256
1865 Paints portrait Abe Lincoln marking 2nd inauguration March 4.

1870 Census New York District 10.

Solomon Nunes  Carvalho           53 Artist Portrait Painter Real Est $6500 Pers $500
Sarah Miriam Solis  Carvalho      42  keeps house

David Nunes  Carvalho                21  clerk in soap manfg.
Charrie Solis Carvalho                 18  at home
Jacob Solis Carvalho                    17  Clerk lumber yard “Uncle Jack”  
Solomon Solis Carvalho              14
Elizth Kell                                      19  servant

1870 With Sarah directed a religious school-part of Hand-in-Hand Congregation NYC.
1871 Cataract operation.
1872 Fall  Travelled to Martinique with son David. Picture of them both on voyage. Produced “Album of Martinique with 24 plates” Copies in NYC Public Library and Schomberg Collection.
1872/3 Paints wife Sarah.
1877/8 Patents Steam Heating System-awarded Medal of Excellence by American Institute in NYC. Office address 119 Liberty Street then to 107.Resident  177th, Tremont.
Charity Carvalho and husband Adolf Marsheutz lived next door with their 4 children Jules, Solomon, Sarah & Ethel.
1885 Res at 24 East 131st St, NYC.
2 May 1894 Sarah died & Solomon went to live with Charity.
21 May 1897 Solomon died New York City death cert 15519.  Solomon & Sarah were both buried in a plot belonging to The Congregation Shearith Israel in NYC, the Sephardic synagogue founded in 1654.

“Jacob(Jack)  Carvalho, son of Solomon & Sarah, became president of a large lumber company in New York, married late in life to Suzanne Walker and built a lovely home in Lawrence, Long Island where they lived until their death.

“Another Carvalho son, Solomon Solis went into the newspaper business, first with Pulitzer, & then with Hearst, until his death. He also married late in life to a fellow newspaper worker, Helen Cuisak & they had 2 children. “Sol” was a connoisseur of Chinese porcelain.
“the only surviving daughter Charity ( was there another?)  became a painter of miniatures in addition to being a loving daughter, wife & mother”  per Joan Sturhahn’s “Carvalho”

Note: This is a work in progress. Not all newspapers have been searched. In some cases advertisements in Baltimore, Maryland, Washington, D. C. and Charleston, South Carolina have been recorded but have not been followed and recorded. In addition not all articles or advertisements were recorded, before being posted.

Cartledge, John

Ambrotypes, Photographs, , ,

1856                383 Broadway, New York, New York.

1856 June 17.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 17, 1856, Whole No. 7232, P. 6.

Ladies Wanted.—They Can Have Immediate and consistent employment as agents, in a light and genteel business.  Remuneration good and pay certain.  Apply at John Cartledge & Co.’s photograph and ambrotype gallery, 383 Broadway.

Carden & Norton

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1854                369 Broadway, New York, New York.

1854 June 5.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 5, 1854, Whole No. 6494, P. 5.

Stop! Stop! Stop!—It is the Fashion for all

To go to the daguerrean called International.

Kept by Norton & Carden, two artist of merit,

Who into your portraits throw nature and spirit.

So, quickly step into their gallery of art,

And they warrant a fine picture ere you depart.

Norton & Carden, 369 Broadway, next door to Taylor’s saloon.

1854 June 6.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 6, 1854, Whole No. 6495, P. 5.

Daguerreotypes—Daguerreotypes

Talk of your Browns, your Jenkins or others

Who take portraits of mothers, sisters or brothers,

A [  ?  ] is display’d which ne’er was thought on

In those which are taken by Carden and Norton;

They are all pronounced good, in fact they are fine,

So don’t forget its in Broadway, number three six nine.

1854 June 7.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 7, 1854, Whole No. 6496, P. 5.

Daguerreotypes-Daguerreotypes—“I Say, my friend, where are you going?”  “Why I am going as fast as I can to Norton & Carden’s international daguerrean gallery, to have my portrait taken; they are always good.”  “Are they?  Then I’ll g too.”  Norton & Carden, 369 Broadway, next to Taylor’s saloon.

1854 July.  The Photographic And Fine Art Journal.  (New York, New York.)  July 1854, New Series. Vol. VII, No. 1, P. 207.

Norton & Cardon—Have opened a Daguerrean Gallery at No. 369 Broadway…

Campbell, John

Daguerreotypes, ,

1847                285 Broadway, New York, New York.

1847 October 4.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 4, 1847, Vol. XIII, No. 272, Whole No. 4869, P. 3. Wanted—By a Scotch girl, a situation as chambermaid in a respectable family.  Recommendations from Scotland will be given and good references in the city.  Enquire at Campbell’s Daguerreotype rooms, 285 Broadway, opposite Stewart’s.    

Butler, William H.

Daguerreotypes, , , , ,

1841-1842       7½ Bowery, Corner Division Street, New York, New York.

1845-1846       Address Unknown, New York, New York.[1]

1847                251 Broadway, New York, New York.

1848-1850       251 Broadway, New York, New York.

1851-1854       251 Broadway, New York, New York.

1839.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1839/1840,  Published by Thomas Longworth.  not listed.

1840.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1840/1841,  Published by Thomas Longworth.  No occupation listed, 30 Cherry, h-25 Chestnut.

1841.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1841/1842,  Published by Thomas Longworth.  No occupation listed, 7½ Bowery, h-25 Chestnut.

1842.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1842/1843,  Published by John Doggett.  daguerreotype, 7½ Bowery, h-416 Pearl.

1843.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1843/1844,  Published by John Doggett.  Not listed.

1844.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1844/1845,  Published by John Doggett.  Not listed.

1845.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1845/1846,  Published by John Doggett.  daguerreotyper, address unknown, h-68 Church.

1846.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1846/1847,  Published by John Doggett.  daguerreotyper, address unknown, h-3 Read.

1847.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1847/1848,  Published by John Doggett.  daguerreotyper, 251 Broadway, h-151 Fourth.

1848.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1848/1849,  Published by John Doggett.  daguerreotype, 251 Broadway, h-151 Fourth.

1849.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1849/1850,  Published by John Doggett.  daguerreotype, 251 Broadway.

1850.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1850/1851,  Published by John Doggett.  daguerreotype, 251 Broadway.

1851.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1851/1852,  Published by Doggett & Rode.  Not listed.

1852.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1852/1853,  Published by John Fellow Trow.  Not listed.

1853.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1853/1854,  Published by John Fellow Trow.  Artist, 251 Broadway, h-New Rochelle.

1854.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1854/1855,  Published by John Fellow Trow.  Not listed.

1854.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1854/1855,  Published by John Fellow Trow.  Rachel Butler—Wid. Wm. H.—artist 251 Broadway, h-211 Sixth Ave.

1855.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1855/1856,  Published by John Fellow Trow.  Rachel Butler—Wid. Wm. H.—fancy 271 Sixth Ave.

1856.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1856/1857,  Published by John Fellow Trow.  Rachel Butler—Wid. Wm. H.—fancy goods 271 Sixth Ave.

1857.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1857/1858,  Published by John Fellow Trow.  Rachel Butler—Wid. Wm. H.—no occupation listed, h-19 Carmine.

1858.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1858/1859,  Published by John Fellow Trow.  Rachel Butler—not listed.

1841 October 12.  The Evening Post.  (New York, New York.)  October 12, 1841, No. 12,046, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Apparatus of all descriptions—Daguerreotype plates of all sizes, warranted to be genuine article, superior polished substance.  Lenses, and Miniature cases of all descriptions made to order; also apparatus for taking likenesses, with directions, carefully packed for transportation, and for sale by the manufacturer.  WM H. Butler, 7½ Bowery, corner Division street, N. Y.

Portraits taken every day except Sunday.

Advertisement ran on October 12 & 13, 1841.

1841 October 13.  The Evening Post.  (New York, New York.)  October 13, 1841, No. 12,047, P. 2.

Messrs. Stephens and Catherwood[2], in their second visit to Central America, have taken out with them a complete set of Butler’s Daguerreotype apparatus, with a view of obtaining photographic drawings of the curious remains of aboriginal architecture in that country.

1841 October 16.  New-York Observer.  (New York, New York.)  October 16, 1841, Vol. XIX, No. 42, Whole No. 962, P. 4.

A Second Trip.—We learn that Messrs. Stephens and Catherwood, having supplied themselves with a complete set of Butler’s Daguerreotype Apparatus, sailed on Saturday for Central America, with the purpose of taking Daguerreotype impressions of the ruins in that country.

1841 December 2.  New York Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  December 2, 1841, Vol. I, No. 202, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Apparatus of all descriptions, Daguerreotype Plates of all sizes, warranted to be genuine article.  Superior Polished substance, Lenses, and Miniature Cases of all descriptions also Apparatus for taking Likenesses, with directions that will enable a person of ordinary capacity after their perusal to operate the first time with complete success, carefully packed for transportation, and for sale by the manufacturer.                  

Wm. H. Butler, 7½ Bowery, cor. Division st. N. Y.  Portraits taken every day except Sunday.      

Advertisement ran from December 2 to 4, 1841.

1842 March 9.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  March 9, 1842, Vol. VII, No. 353, Whole No. 2021, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Apparatus of all descriptions, Daguerreotype Plates of all sizes, warranted to be genuine article.  Superior Polished substance, Lenses, and Miniature Cases of all descriptions also Apparatus for taking Likenesses, with directions that will enable a person of ordinary capacity after their perusal to operate the first time with complete success, carefully packed for transportation, and for sale by the manufacturer.                  

Wm. H. Butler, 7½ Bowery, cor. Division st. N. Y.  Portraits taken every day except Sunday.

1842 April 20.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 20, 1842, Vol. VII, No. 395, Whole No. 2063, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Apparatus Of All Descriptions.—Daguerreotype Plates of all sizes, warranted to be genuine article.  Superior polished substance, Lenses, and Miniature Cases of all descriptions; also Apparatus for taking Likenesses, with directions that will enable a person of ordinary capacity after their perusal to operate the first time with complete success, carefully packed for transportation, and for sale by the manufacturer.  Wm. H. Butler, 7½ Bowery, cor. Division st., N. Y.  Portraits taken every day except Sunday.                                          

Advertisement ran on April 20 & 21, 1842.

1847 June 2.  The Evening Post.  (New York, New York.)  June 2, 1847, Vol. XLV, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—We understand that a recent improvement has been made in the mode of operating by the Daguerreotype process, which will require a sitting of only five seconds, instead of thirty, to produce a fine picture, and entirely overcomes the rigid and grave expression which even a sitting of thirty seconds is apt to produce.  One other advantage is, that small children that can be kept quite for two or three seconds, can be taken with perfect ease. 

We learn from Mr. Butler, of the Plumbe National Daguerrian Gallery, No. 251 Broadway, that this is the result of a long series of experiments to which he has given his personal attention.  It is to be hoped that it may yield him a full reward.

1847 June 4.  The Brooklyn Daily Eagle and Kings County Democrat.  (Brooklyn, New York.)  June 4, 1847, Vol. 6, No. 132, P. 2.

The House Of The Million Faces.—Even to the philosophic student of human nature,—indeed specially to such an one—The walls of Plumbe’s rooms, in Broadway, New York, are provocative of worlds of thought and comparison!  How curious the reflection that of the innumerable features presented in that house of a million faces, each is or has been vital, and you see but a counterfeit of what is moving and acting in some part of the world!…….We Observe by the following from the New York Courier, that a much needed improvement has been effected by Mr. Plumbe:

Daguerreotypes.—We understand that a recent improvement has been made in the mode of operating by the daguerreotype process, which will require a sitting of only five seconds, instead of thirty, to produce a fine picture, which entirely overcomes the rigid and grave expression which even a sitting of thirty seconds is apt to produce.  One other advantage is, that  small children, that can be kept quite for two or three seconds, can be taken with perfect ease.  We learn from Mr. Butler of the Plumbe National Daguerrian Gallery, No. 251 Broadway, that this is a result of a long series of experiments to which he has given his personal attention.  We hope that it may yield him a full reward.

1847 June 22.  St. Lawrence Republican.  (Ogdensburgh, New York.)  June 22, 1847, Vol. XVII, No. 28, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—We understand that a recent improvement has been made in a mode of operating by the Daguerreotype process, which will require a sitting of only five seconds, instead of thirty, to produce a fine picture, which entirely overcomes the ridge and grave expression which even a sitting of thirty seconds is apt to produce.  One other advantage is, that small children that can be kept quite for two or three seconds, can be taken with perfect ease.  We learn from Mr. Butler, of the Plumbe National Daguerrian Gallery, No. 251 Broadway, that this is the result of a long series of experiments, to which he has given his personal attention.  We hope that it may yield him a full reward.—Courier.

1851 May 30.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  May 30, 1851, Vol. XI, No. 3,286, P. 6.

Mr. Butler’s Daguerreotypes in Oil are most perfect portraits.  They combine all the beauty of a fine miniature painting, with the detail of the Daguerreotype.

1851 May 28.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  May 28, 1851, Whole No. 6791, P. 2.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Wm. H. Butler, Plumbe National Gallery, No. 251 Broadway.

1851 June 5.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 5, 1851, Whole No. 6799, P. 4.

Mr. Butler’s Daguerreotypes in Oil.—Specimens of this new and interesting discovery can be seen at the Plumbe National Gallery, No. 251 Broadway.

Advertisement ran on June 5 & 6, 1851.

1851 June 10.  The Evening Post.  (New York, New York.)  June 10, 1851, Vol. XLIX, P. 1.

Daguerreotypes In Oil—Mr. Butler, the proprietor of Plumbe’s Daguerrean Gallery, in Broadway, has discovered a process of transferring a daguerreotype impression to a metallic surface, which admits of being colored in oil.  We have seen several portraits taken in this way, which combine the fidelity of the daguerreotype with the finish of the miniature painting.  They are soon taken, and are much cheaper than the ordinary miniature on ivory.  Mr. Butler has likenesses of several of our prominent citizens in view at his rooms.  

1851 June 20.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 20, 1851, Whole No. 6814, P. 4.

Mr. W. H. Butler, Proprietor of the Plumbe National Gallery, No. 251 Broadway, has discovered a process of making daguerreotypes in oil, at a single sitting of a few seconds: the portrait being finished without any further trouble to the sitter.  Portraits, Miniatures, and even Daguerreotypes, are copied by this process perfect.  The price is but very little more than that of as ordinary Daguerreotype of the same size.

1851 June 21.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 21, 1851, Whole No. 6815, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Wm. H. Butler, at the Plumbe National Daguerrean Gallery, No. 251 Broadway.  This new discovery should be seen to be appreciated.

1851 June 24.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 24, 1851, Whole No. 6818, P. 4.

Daguerreotypes in Oil—By W. H. Butler, Proprietor of the Plumbe National Daguerrean Gallery, No. 251 Broadway.  This new and interesting discovery in the arts must  needs be seen to be appreciated.

1851 June 28.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 28, 1851, Whole No. 6822, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Wm. H. Butler, Plumbe National Daguerrean Gallery, No. 251 Broadway.  Should be seen to be appreciated.  These beautiful pictures fully realize the wishes of the discoverer.

1851 July 9.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  July 9, 1851, Vol IV, No. 28, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes In Oil.  Colors.—A New York paper says that a gentleman connected with Plumbe’s National Daguerrian Gallery in that city, has made a discovery by which daguerreotypes are fixed upon panels, so that an artist is enabled to produce likenesses in oil colors in a brief space of time, and with astonishing accuracy.  It is supposed that this discovery will lead, in a measure, to the disuse of the present mode of daguerreotyping.

1851 July 10.  The Farmers’ Cabinet.  (Amherst, New Hampshire.)  July 10, 1851, Vol. 49, No. 48, P. 2.

And Still Another.—The ne plus ulta in the Daguerreotype art will seem to have been reached when the following discovery shall have been combined with the wonderful discovery of Mr. Hill.

Mr. Wm. H. Butler, of the Plumbe National Daguerrian Gallery, New-York, has recently discovered a mode of fixing Daguerreotypes upon panels, which enables a likeness to be fixed by the hand of the artist, in a remarkably brief space of time, and with astonishing accuracy.

This throws all the other new processes entirely in the shade, for the expense is only ten dollars, and the likeness is actually an oil painting!  We have seen a number of  specimens, and cannot withhold our unqualified praise as to the fidelity and beauty of pictures thus produced.  The discovery is one of great importance, as it will lead in a measure, to the disuse of the present mode of Daguerreotyping.

1851 July 19.  Norfolk County Journal.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts)  July 19, 1851, P. 4.

Daguerreotypes In Oil Colors.—We are not quite enabled to announce the discovery of a process whereby daguerreotypes may be instantly taken, with all the natural colors in oil, but the next thing to such a process has been produced.  Mr. William H. Butler, of the Plumbe National Daguerrian Gallery, corner of Broadway and Murray street, has recently discovered a mode of fixing Daguerreotypes upon panels, which enables a likeness to be fixed by the hand of an artist, in a remarkably brief space of time, and with astonishing accuracy.

This throws all the other new processes entirely in the shade, for the expense is only ten dollars, and the likeness is actually an oil painting!  We have seen a number of specimens, and cannot withhold our unqualified praise as to the fidelity and beauty of pictures thus produced.  The discovery is one of great importance, as it will lead, in a measure to the disuse of the present mode of daguerreotyping.—[N. Y. Sun.

1851 August 23.  Copway’s American Indian.  (New York, New York.)  August 23, 1851, Vol. 1, No. VII, P. 4.

Daguerreotypes In Oil.  William H. Butler, Proprietor Of The Plumbe National Gallery, No. 251 Broadway.

1851 November 13.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 13, 1851, Whole No. 6958, P. 5.

Mr. Butler’s Daguerreotypes in Oil.—This new discovery combines the fidelity of the Daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Being put on a metallic surface, their durability cannot be questioned.  Specimens can be seen at Mr. B.’s rooms, No. 251 Broadway, over Tenney’s Jewelry store.

Advertisement ran on November 13 & 15, 1851.

1852 February 3.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  February 3, 1852, Whole No. 7039, P. 5.

Daguerreotypes in Oil.—A New and Beautiful discovery in the arts, by William H. Butler, proprietor of the Plumbe National Gallery, No. 251 Broadway.  These pictures combine the detail of the daguerreotype, with the finish of the finest miniature painting.

Advertisement ran on February 3 & 4, 1852.

1852 February 10.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  February 10, 1852, Whole No. 7041, P. 5.

Daguerreotypes in Oil.—A New and Beautiful discovery in the arts, by William H. Butler, proprietor of the Plumbe National Gallery, No. 251 Broadway.  These pictures combine the detail of the daguerreotype, with the finish of the finest miniature painting.

Advertisement ran on February 10 to 13, 1852.

1852 March 9.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  March 9, 1852, Whole No. 7041, P. 5.

Daguerreotypes in Oil.—This new and important discovery in the arts, by William H. Butler, proprietor of the Plumbe National Gallery, No. 251 Broadway, ought to be seen by all lovers of art.

Advertisement ran from March 9 to 13, 1852.

1852 April 2.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 2, 1852, Whole No. 7093, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes in Oil.—This new and important discovery, by William H. Butler, (Plumbe National Gallery,) No. 251 Broadway, combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Only one sitting required.

Advertisement ran from April 2 to 8, 1852.

1852 April 7.  The Evening Post.  (New York, New York.)  April 7, 1852, Vol. LI, P. 2.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes In Oil.—This new and interesting discovery which was made by Mr. Wm. H. Butler, of the Plumbe National Gallery, No. 251 Broadway, combining as it does, the detail of the Daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting producing Daguerreotypes in permant colors, Portraits, Miniatures and Daguerreotypes as copied to nature.

1852 April 15.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  April 15, 1852, Vol. XII, No. 3,430, P. 5.

Fine Arts, Daguerreotypes In Oil.—Specimens of this new and important discovery of Mr. Wm. H. Butler, of the Plumbe Gallery, No. 251 Broadway, are worthy of the attention of all who wish a perfect likeness, as well as the most beautiful and durable picture ever made.

1852 April 15.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 15, 1852, Whole No. 7106, P. 4.

Fine Arts.—Butler’s Daguerreotypes in Oil, on exhibition at the Plumbe National Gallery, No. 251 Broadway, should be seen by all who admire truthfulness and beauty combined.

1852 April 16.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 16, 1852, Whole No. 7107, P. 2.

Fine Arts.—Butler’s Daguerreotypes in Oil.  At Mr. Butler’s rooms, Plumbe National Gallery, No. 251 Broadway, are specimens of Mr. B.’s new and beautiful discovery; also copies of Daguerreotypes of deceased persons.

1852 April 17.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  April 17, 1852, Vol. XII, No. 3,432, P. 9.

Fine Arts, Daguerreotypes In Oil.—This beautiful discovery of Mr. Wm. H. Butler, of the Plumbe National Gallery, No. 251 Broadway, combines the detail of the Daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.

1852 April 17.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 17, 1852, Whole No. 7108, P. 4.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil.—This beautiful art, combining, as it does, the detail of the daguerreotype, with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  This discovery of Mr. Butler, Proprietor of the Plumbe National Gallery, enables him to copy portraits, miniatures, and daguerreotypes, making a perfect, and beautiful, and imperishable picture.

Advertisement ran on April 17 & 18, 1852.

1852 April 20.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 20, 1852, Whole No. 7111, P. 5.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil.—This beautiful art, combines, the detail of the daguerreotype, with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  This discovery of Mr. Butler, Proprietor of the Plumbe National Gallery, enables him to copy portraits, miniatures, and daguerreotypes, making a perfect, and beautiful, and imperishable picture.

Advertisement ran on April 20 & 24, 1852.

1852 April 21.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 21, 1852, Whole No. 7112, P. 4.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil.—By W. H. Butler, No. 251 Broadway.  This new and beautiful discovery, combines the detail of the Daguerreotype, with the finest miniature painting.  Portraits, miniatures, and Daguerreotypes, copied perfect, and imperishable.

1852 April 24.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  April 24, 1852, Vol. XII, No. 3,438, P. 9.

Fine Arts, Daguerreotypes In Oil.—Specimens of this new and important discovery of Mr. Wm. H. Butler, of the Plumbe Gallery, No. 251 Broadway, are worthy of the attention of all who wish a perfect likeness, as well as the most beautiful and durable picture ever made.

1852 April 24.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  April 24, 1852, Vol. XII, No. 3,438, P. 9.

Fine Arts, Daguerreotypes In Oil, By William. H. Butler, No. 251 Broadway,  are worthy of the attention of all who wish a perfect likeness, as well as the most beautiful and durable picture ever made.  This new art combines the detail of the Daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.

1852 April 24.  The Evening Post.  (New York, New York.)  April 24, 1852, Vol. LI, P. 2.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes In Oil.—The discovery which Mr. Butler, of No. 251 Broadway, has recently brought out, is certainly a beautiful art, combining as it does the detail of the Daguerreotype of deceased persons are copied by this process with perfect satisfaction.

1852 April 27.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 27, 1852, Whole No. 7118, P. 4.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil.—This important discovery of Mr. Butler, No. 251 Broadway, be gratifying to those who are in possession of a Daguerreotype of a friend, and who wish to obtain a copy of the same, in all its fidelity, with the finish of the finest miniature painting.

Advertisement ran from April 27 to May 1, 1852.

1852 May 4.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  May 4, 1852, Whole No. 7125, P. 5.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes In Oil.—This new and interesting discovery of Mr. Butler, No. 251 Broadway, merits the attention of those who value a truthful likeness as well as a beautiful picture, as both are combined by this discovery.

Advertisement ran from May 4 to 7, 1852.   

1852 May 4.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  May 4, 1852, Whole No. 7125, P. 6.

Wanted—A Smart Intelligent, American young man, to learn the daguerreotype art.  Apply at the Plumbe Gallery, 251 Broadway.

1852 May 7.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  May 7, 1852, Vol. XII, No. 3,449, P. 7.

Daguerreotypes In Oil.—Mr. W. H. Butler, at the Plumbe Gallery, No. 251 Broadway, has invented a new style of Daguerreotypes in Oil, which we do not admire and consider inferior in fidelity and reliability to the best sun-portraits.  It has some points of superiority, however, and we invite to it the attention of Daguerreotypers, presuming that it may yet prove the basis of an important advance in their Art.

1852 May 8.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  May 8, 1852, Whole No. 7129, P. 2.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes In Oil.—by Mr. Butler, Plumbe’s Gallery, No. 251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray street.  These portraits excel and others ever made for truthfulness, beauty, permanency.  Daguerreotypes copied satisfactorily. One sitting only required.

1852 May 11.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  May 11, 1852, Vol. XII, No. 3,452, P. 7.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes In Oil—By W. H. Butler, No. 251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray-st.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied.

1852 May 11.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  May 11, 1852, Whole No. 7132, P. 4.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes In Oil.—Mr. Butler, the discoverer of this new art, at his rooms, 251 Broadway , upper corner of Murray street, several specimens that are worthy of the attention of all.  Especially those who have Daguerreotypes of deceased friends.

1852 May 12.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  May 12, 1852, Whole No. 7133, P. 4.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes In Oil.—Mr. Butler, the discoverer of this new art, at his rooms, 251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray street.  This new and beautiful art is deserving the attention of all whom admire truth and beauty of finish in a portrait.  Only one sitting is required, and is finished on a metallic surface.

Advertisement ran on September 12 to 15, 1852.

1852 May 18.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  May 18, 1852, Whole No. 7139, P. 6.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes In Oil.—Mr. Butler, the discoverer of this new art, at his rooms, 251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray street, Plumbe Gallery.  This new and beautiful art combines the detail of the Daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied imperishably.

Advertisement ran on May 18 to 22, 1852.

1852 May 25.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  May 25, 1852, Whole No. 7146, P. 4.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes In Oil.—by W. H. Butler, Plumbe National Gallery.  251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray street.  This interesting discovery combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied imperishably.

Advertisement ran from May 25 to 28, 1852.

1852 June 1.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 1, 1852, Whole No. 7153, P. 4.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes In Oil.—by W. H. Butler, upper corner of Broadway and Murray street.  Plumbe National Gallery.  These portraits are on a metallic surface, and equal in finish the finest miniature painting.  They are imperishable, as well as the most truthful and beautiful pictures ever made.

Advertisement ran from June 1 to 5, 1852.

1852 June 2.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  June 2, 1852, Vol. XII, No. 3,471, P. 7.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes In Oil—By W. H. Butler, No. 251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray-st.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied.

1852 June 8.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  June 8, 1852, Vol. XII, No. 3,476, P. 7.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotype In Oil by W. H. Butler, upper cor. of Broadway and Murray st., Plumbs National Gallery.  These beautiful Portraits, equal in finish to the finest miniature paintings, with the truthfulness of the daguerreotype.

1852 June 8.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 8, 1852, Whole No. 7160, P. 4.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes In Oil.—by W. H. Butler, upper corner of Broadway and Murray street—Plumbe National Gallery.  These portraits are equal in finish the finest miniature painting.  Being on a metallic surface, they are imperishable, as well as truthful and beautiful. Only one sitting is required.  Daguerreotypes copied.

Advertisement ran from June 8 to 19, 1852.

1852 June 16.  The Evening Post.  (New York, New York.)  June 16, 1852, Vol. LI, P. 2.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes In Oil by W. H. Butler, upper corner of Broadway and Murray street, Plumbe National Gallery.  These beautiful portraits equal in finish the finest miniature painting being on a metallic surface, imperishable, truthful and beautiful, only one sitting is required, Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied to the life.

1852 June 18.  The Evening Post.  (New York, New York.)  June 18, 1852, Vol. LI, P. 2.

Fine Arts.—Mr. Butler’s new discovery in the arts must be of great importance to those who desire truthfulness as well as beauty in a portrait, and to which there cannot be any change, being on a metallic surface and finished in the best of oil colors.

Mr. B. has finished several portraits of persons who were deceased, to the great delight of the friends of those whose portraits were made.

1852 June 19.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  June 19, 1852, Vol. XII, No. 3,486, P. 7.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotype In Oil by W. H. Butler, upper corner of Broadway and Murray st., Plumbs National Gallery.  These beautiful Portraits, are truthful, imperishable and equal in finish to the finest Miniature paintings.  By this, Daguerreotypes of deceased persons are copied to the life.

1852 October 6.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 6, 1852, Whole No. 7279, P. 4.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotype In Oil by W. H. Butler, upper corner of Broadway and Murray st., Plumbs National Gallery.  These beautiful Portraits, are truthful, imperishable and equal in finish to the finest Miniature paintings.  By this, Daguerreotypes of deceased persons are copied to the life.

Advertisement ran from October 6 to 14, 1852.

1852 October 19.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  October 19, 1852, Vol. XII, No. 3,590, P. 7.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by W. H. Butler, No. 251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray-st.  This beautiful art combines truth and beauty in the picture, making the most faithful portraits ever made.

Advertisement ran on October 19 & 20, 1852.

1852 October 20.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 20, 1852, Whole No. 7279, P. 4.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by W. H. Butler, No. 251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray-st.  This beautiful art combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniatures, thus making it as true as it is beautiful.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied to nature.

Advertisement ran from October 19 to 23, 1852.

1853 February 24.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  February 24, 1853, Whole No. 7369, P. 5.

A Daguerreotype in Oil of the late Hon. Daniel Webster, by Mr. Butler, No. 251 Broadway, is said by all who have seen it to be the best portrait of this eminent person that has ever been made.

1853 March 1.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  March 1, 1853, Whole No. 7374, P. 4.

A Daguerreotype in Oil, by W. H. Butler, Plumbe National Gallery, 251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray street.  These portraits combine the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Portraits of deceased persons copied to the life.

Advertisement ran from March 1 to 4, 1853.      

1853 March 1.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  March 1, 1853, Whole No. 7374, P. 4.

The Plumbe National Gallery, 251 Broadway, contains the largest as well as the most interesting collection of portraits in the world.  No one should fail to visit this old and renowned establishment.

Advertisement ran from March 1 to 4, 1853.

1853 March 8.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  March 8, 1853, Whole No. 7381, P. 4.

The Plumbe National Gallery, 251 Broadway, contains the most interesting collection in this country.  Anny one acquainted at all with the history of this country should not fail to examine the portraits of its distinguished individuals. 

Advertisement ran from March 8 to 10, 1853.

1853 March 8.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  March 8, 1853, Whole No. 7381, P. 4.

Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Wm. H. Butler, 251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray street.–These beautiful pictures combine the detail of the Daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Daguerreotypes, miniatures, and portraits copied to nature.

Advertisement ran from March 8 to 10, 1853.

1853 March 11.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  March 11, 1853, Whole No. 7384, P. 4.

Daguerreotypes in Oil of Mr. Webster.—The portraits which Mr. Butler has made of this eminent person, are said by his most eminent friends to be more satisfactory to them than anything that they have seen.  Mr. Butler’s rooms are on the corner of Broadway and Murray street .

Advertisement ran on March 11 & 12, 1853.

1853 March 15.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  March 15, 1853, Whole No. 7388, P. 4.

Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Wm. H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street.  These beautiful specimens of nature and art, have the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Daguerreotypes copied to nature.

1853 March 16.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  March 16, 1853, Whole No. 7389, P. 4.

Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Wm. H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street.  These pictures combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature. Painting daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied to nature.

1853 March 17.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  March 17, 1853, Whole No. 7390, P. 5.

Daguerreotypes in Oil of Mr. Webster.—The portraits which Mr. Butler has made of this eminent person, are said by his most intimate friends to be more satisfactory to them than anything that they have seen.  Mr. Butler’s rooms are on the corner of Broadway and Murray street.

1853 April 16.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 16, 1853, Whole No. 7420, P. 4.

Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Wm. H. Butler, upper corner of Broadway and Murray street.  Mr. Butler, by this new and beautiful discovery, is enabled to copy daguerreotypes, miniatures, and portraits, to the life.

1853 April 19.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 19, 1853, Whole No. 7423, P. 4.

Fine Arts.—Mr. Butler’s daguerreotypes in oil combine the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Mr. Butler’s rooms are on the corner of Broadway and Murray street.

1853 April 20.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 20, 1853, Whole No. 7424, P. 4.

A Portrait of President Pierce, from life, to be seen at Mr. Butler’s rooms, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street; also the portraits of many of the most distinguished individuals in this country.

1853 April 20.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 20, 1853, Whole No. 7424, P. 4.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil.—The Discoverer of this new and beautiful process, Mr. W. H. Butler.  No. 251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray street, is enabled to copy daguerreotypes, miniatures, and portraits to nature.  One sitting only is required to produce the most perfect likeness ever made. 

1853 April 21.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 21, 1853, Whole No. 7425, P. 5.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil by Wm. H. Butler, No. 251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray street. The new art combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied to nature.  Only one sitting required.

1853 April 22.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 22, 1853, Whole No. 7426, P. 4.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Wm. H. Butler, No. 251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray street. The new and beautiful art combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copies of portraits, and miniatures, made to life.

Advertisement ran on April 22 & 23, 1853.

1853 April 26.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 26, 1853, Whole No. 7430, P. 5.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil.—There is on exhibition at Mr. W. H. Butler’s rooms, No. 251 Broadway, upper corner of Broadway and Murray street, specimens of this new and beautiful art, that must be interesting to all lovers of the fine arts.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied.

1853 April 27.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 27, 1853, Whole No. 7431, P. 4.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes in Oil by Wm. H. Butler, No. 251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray street. This new and beautiful art combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied to life.

1853 July 6.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  July 6, 1853, Whole No. 7499, P. 4.

The Plumbe National Gallery, on the upper corner of Broadway, contains the largest collection of portraits of celebrated individuals in this country.  A new discovery has been added to this gallery.  Daguerreotypes in oil, by William H. Butler.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied imperishably.

1853 July 6.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  July 6, 1853, Whole No. 7499, P. 4.

Fine Arts.—A New and Important Discovery has been made by William H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street, by which daguerreotypes can be finished with all the beauty of the finest miniature painting, thereby producing the most perfect likeness ever made.

1853 July 22.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  July 22, 1853, Whole No. 7515, P. 5.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Wm. H. Butler, No. 251 Broadway.  This new and beautiful art combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied permanently.

1853 July 23.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  July 23, 1853, Whole No. 7516, P. 4.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by W. H. Butler, on upper corner of Broadway and Murray street. This new and beautiful art combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons to the life.  One sitting only required.

1853 July 26.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  July 26, 1853, Whole No. 7519, P. 4.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by William H. Butler, on upper corner of Broadway and Murray street. This new and beautiful art combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Daguerreotypes copied permanently.  One sitting only from life is required.

1853 August 3.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  August 3, 1853, Whole No. 7527, P. 5.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by W. H. Butler, on upper corner of Broadway and Murray street. This new and beautiful art combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied to the life.

1853 August 5.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  August 5, 1853, Whole No. 7529, P. 5.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by W. H. Butler, No. 251 Broadway upper corner of Murray street. This new and beautiful art combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied to the life, in oil colors, and the metallic plate.

1853 August 6.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  August 6, 1853, Whole No. 7530, P. 5.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil Colors.—Mr. Wm. H. Butler, on upper corner of Broadway and Murray street, has perfected the art of producing a portrait with all the fidelity of the daguerreotype and the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Only one sitting required.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied.

1853 August 9.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  August 9, 1853, Whole No. 7533, P. 5.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by W. H. Butler, on upper corner of Broadway and Murray street. This new and beautiful art combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied to the life.

1853 August 19.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  August 19, 1853, Whole No. 7543, P. 5.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil Colors, by W. H. Butler, No. 251 Broadway, (Plumbe National Gallery,) upper corner of Murray street, who has perfected his discovery in this new and beautiful art which combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting. 

1853 August 19.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  August 19, 1853, Whole No. 7543, P. 5.

Plumbe National Daguerrean Gallery, No. 251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray street.  It is only necessary to say it has not changed its location for the last eleven years.  Its collection is the largest in the world.

1853 August 24.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  August 24, 1853, Whole No. 7548, P. 5.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil—Mr. Butler’s discovery combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  The specimens at his room, corner of Broadway and Murray streets, are worthy of the admiration which they receive from every one who has seen them.  Daguerreotypes copied.

1853 September 6.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 6, 1853, Whole No. 7556, P. 4.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by William H. Butler, No. 251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray street—This beautiful art combine the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  These portraits, for faithfulness, beauty and durability, are unequalled in the world.

1853 September 6.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 6, 1853, Whole No. 7556, P. 4.

Plumbe National Gallery, No. 251 Broadway, upper corner of Murray street.  Contains the largest collection of portraits of distinguished individuals in this country.  This celebrated gallery fully sustains the reputation which it has so long enjoyed for its superior portraits.

1853 September 16.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 16, 1853, Whole No. 7566, P. 5.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil—Mr. Butler, No. 251 Broadway has at his rooms on the upper corner Murray streets some beautiful specimens of his new art, combining, as they do, the fidelity of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Daguerreotypes copied in this new style.

Advertisement ran from September 16 to 18, 1853.

1853 September 20.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 20, 1853, Whole No. 7570, P. 1.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes in Oil.  By Mr. Wm. H. Butler, at the Plumbe National Gallery, on  the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street.  This new and beautiful art combines the detail of the Daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied to the life.

1853 September 29.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 29, 1853, Whole No. 7579, P. 5.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes in Oil—By Mr. William. H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street.  This new and beautiful art combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied to the life.

Advertisement ran from September 29 to October 1, 1853.

1853 September 29.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 29, 1853, Whole No. 7579, P. 5.

The Plumbe National Gallery, on the upper corner of Broadway and  Murray street.  Continues to furnish the patrons with the same satisfactory portraits that have gained for it a celebrity that has never been surpassed.  Mr. Butler’s new art combining the detail of the Daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.

Advertisement ran from September 29 to October 1, 1853.

1853 October 4.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 4, 1853, Whole No. 7584, P. 5.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Mr. Wm. H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street.  This new and beautiful art combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the first miniature painting. 

1853 October 4.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 4, 1853, Whole No. 7584, P. 5.

The Plumbe National Gallery, on the upper corner of Broadway and  Murray street.  This well known establishment continues to serve its patrons with the same satisfactory portraits that have it has done for many years.

1853 October 6.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  October 6, 1853, Vol. XIII, No. 3,891, P. 4.

The Plumbe National Gallery, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray-st., continues, we see, to furnish its patrons in the same satisfactory manner that it has done for many years.

1853 October 6.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 6, 1853, Whole No. 7586, P. 5.

The Plumbe National Gallery, on the upper corner of Broadway and  Murray street, continues to furnish its patrons with the same satisfactory manner that have it has done for many years.

1853 October 7.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  October 7, 1853, Vol. XIII, No. 3,892, P.7.

The Plumbe National Gallery, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray-st., continues to satisfy its patrons.

1853 October 7.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  October 7, 1853, Vol. XII, No. 3,892, P. 7.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Mr. Wm. H. Butler, on the upper cor. of Broadway and Murray-st., who is enabled to copy Daguerreotypes of deceased persons. 

1853 October 7.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 7, 1853, Whole No. 7587, P. 5.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Mr. Wm. H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street.  This new art combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting. 

Advertisement ran on October 7 & 8, 1853.

1853 October 13.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 13, 1853, Whole No. 7593, P. 4.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Mr. Wm. H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street.  This beautiful art combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting. 

1853 October 15.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 15, 1853, Whole No. 7595, P. 5.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Mr. Wm. H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street.  This new and beautiful art combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting. 

1853 October 15.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  October 15, 1853, Vol. XII, No. 3,899, P. 7.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by W. H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray-st. These portraits combine the detail of the Daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.

1853 October 18.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  October 18, 1853, Vol. XIII, No. 3,901, P.7.

The Plumbe National Gallery on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray-st., continues, to furnish its patrons with the inimitable style for which it has been so long.

1853 October 18.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  October 18, 1853, Vol. XII, No. 3,901, P. 7.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil.—By W. H. Butler, No. 251 Broadway, corner of Murray-st. These portraits combine the detail of the Daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.

1853 October 18.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 18, 1853, Whole No. 7598, P. 4.

Fine Arts—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Mr. Wm. H. Butler, 251 Broadway, corner Murray street.

—This beautiful art combines the detail of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting. 

1853 October 18.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 18, 1853, Whole No. 7598, P. 4.

The Plumbe National Gallery on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street, continues, to serve its patrons in the same satisfactory manner that it has done for many years.

1853 October 21.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 21, 1853, Whole No. 7601, P. 5.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Wm. H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street. This beautiful art combine the details of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.

1853 October 22.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  October 22, 1853, Vol. XII, No. 3,905, P. 7.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by W. H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray-st. This new art combine the details of the Daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.

1853 October 22.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 22, 1853, Whole No. 7602, P. 5.

The Plumbe National Gallery on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street.—This well-known establishment continues to serve its patrons in the same satisfactory manner that it has done for years.

1853 October 25.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  October 25, 1853, Vol. XIII, No. 3,907, P. 7.

Fine Arts.—The Plumbe National Gallery, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray-st., has added to its attractions Mr. Butler’s Daguerreotypes in Oil, which should be seen by all who appreciate truth and beauty.

1853 October 25.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 25, 1853, Whole No. 7605, P. 5.

Fine Arts.—The Plumbe National Gallery, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray-st., has added to its attractions Mr. Butler’s Daguerreotypes in oil, which should be seen by all who appreciate truth and beauty.

Advertisement ran from October 25 to 29, 1853.

1853 November 3.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  November 3, 1853, Vol. XIII, No. 3,915, P. 7.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by W. H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray-st. This new art combine the details of the Daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.

1853 November 3.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 3, 1853, Whole No. 7614, P. 4.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by W. H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray-street. This new art combines the details of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.

1853 November 5.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 5, 1853, Whole No. 7616, P. 5.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil.—The specimens which Mr. Butler has of his new art, at his rooms on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street. Should be seen by all who admire beauty and truth combined. 

1853 November 8.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  November 8, 1853, Vol. XIII, No. 3,919, P. 6.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by W. H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray-st. This beautiful art combine the details of the Daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.

Advertisement ran on November 8 & 9, 1853.

1853 November 8.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 8, 1853, Whole No. 7619, P. 5.

Fine Arts.—Butler’s Daguerreotypes in Oil, at the Plumbe National Gallery, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street are at the most truthful, as well as the most beautiful portraits ever made.

1853 November 9.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 9, 1853, Whole No. 7620, P. 5.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by W. H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street. This new and beautiful art combines the details of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.

1853 December 15.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  December 15, 1853, Vol. XIII, No. 3,951, P. 7.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil—By Wm. H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray-st., are the pictures of people as they are.

1854 January 6.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 6, 1854, Whole No. 6345, P. 5.

Fine Arts.—Daguerreotypes in Oil, by Wm. H. Butler, on the upper corner of Broadway and Murray street. This new and beautiful discovery combines the details of the daguerreotype with the finish of the finest miniature painting.  They are in fact, daguerreotypes with the true colors of nature.  One sitting only is required, and, being on a metallic surface, and finished in oil colors they are the most permanent, as well as the most truthful portraits ever made.  Daguerreotypes copied in colors.

Advertisement ran on January 6 & 7, 1854.

[1] New York City Directory.

[2] James Lloyd Stephens; Frederick Catherwood; [Sam S. Cabot] information from Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

Buswell, Luther D.

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1850                323 Broadway, New York, New York.

1851-1852       323 Broadway, New York, New York.[1]

1853-1854       314 Second, New York, New York.1

1849.  New York City Directory.  (New York, New York.)  Published by John Doggett, 1849/1850.

Not listed in directory.

1850.  New York City Directory.  (New York, New York.)  Published by John Doggett, 1850/1851. 

daguerreotypes, 323 Broadway.

1850 April 20.  New London Democrat.  (New London, Connecticut.)  April 20, 1850, Vol. VI, No. 6, Whole No. 266, P. 3.

Broadway Daguerrean Gallery, 323 Broadway, New York, (Opposite The Broadway Theatre)  Likenesses for 50 Cents and upwards, with case.  Having fitted up these Rooms for the comfort and convenience of the public, all who wish a Good, Cheap and Durable Likenesses, will need no better guarantee than to know that we employ no halfway operators at this establishment, but give our personal attention to the making of Pictures, and use none but the best materials.

Having had several years’ experience in Daguerreotyping, we flatter ourselves that we can please the most fastidious.  If there are any so foolish as to assert that it is all Humbug to talk of making a Likeness For Fifty Cents, send them to us and we can convince them to the contrary.

N. B. Likenesses of Children make in from 3 to 12 seconds, Daguerreotypes inserted in Lockets, Rings, &c. at reasonable prices.

Remember the number, 323 Broadway, opposite the Broadway Theatre, and first room above the City Hospital.  L. L. Harrington, L. D. Buswell, Proprietors.

Instructions given in the Art.  Apparatus and Stock furnished at the Lowest Prices.

Advertisement was recorded nine times between April 20 to July 20, 1850.

1850 May 12.  New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  May 12, 1850, Whole No. 5817, P. 2.

The Cuban Expedition, or one similar in number, may be seen every day moving up Broadway to the Broadway Daguerrean Gallery 323 Broadway, where every body goes to have their pictures made.  This is the best and cheapest place in the city to get a good likeness.  A good likeness in a case, as low as fifty cents.

1850 July 4.  New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  July 4, 1850, Whole No. 5869, P. 2.

Broadway Daguerrean Gallery, No. 323 Broadway, is the place where all who feel particularly good natured will call to-day, and have their likenesses made.  Harrington & Buswell are prepared to make some less than a thousand. A likeness in a case can be had as low as 50 cents.

1850 September 21.  New London Democrat.  (New London, Connecticut.)  September 21, 1850, Vol. VI, No. 28, Whole No. 288, P. 3.

Harrington & Bushnell, at No 323 Broadway, New York, furnish Daguerreotype Pictures at 50 cents, and which they warrant accurate to life.

Please call and examine specimens.  Aug. 24, 1850

Advertisement ran from September 21 to December 7, 1850.

1851.  New York City Directory.  (New York, New York.)  Published by Doggett & Rhode, 1851/1852. 

daguerreotype, 323 Broadway.

1852.  New York City Directory.  (New York, New York.)  Published by John Fowler Trow, 1852/1853. 

Not Listed in directory.

1853.  New York City Directory.  (New York, New York.)  Published by John Fowler Trow, 1853/1854. 

Daguerreotypes, 314 Second, h-314 Second.

1854.  New York City Directory.  (New York, New York.)  Published by John Fowler Trow, 1854/1855. 

Daguerreotypes, 314 Second, h-314 Second.

1855.  New York City Directory.  (New York, New York.)  Published by John Fowler Trow, 1855/1856. 

Not listed in directory.

[1] New York City Directory

Burgess, Nathan G.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , , , , ,

1843-1844       192 Broadway, New York, New York.

1845                233 Broadway, New York, New York.

1845                4 Fountain Row, Over R. Shurtleff’s Auction Store, Springfield, Massachusetts.[1]

1846                5 Dey Street, New York, New York.[2]

1847-1848       181 Broadway, New York, New York.2                       

1849-1851       187 Broadway, New York, New York.2

1851                North Main Street, Springfield, Massachusetts.1

1853-1858       293 Broadway, New York, New York.2

1859                663 Broadway, New York, New York.2

1861                453 Broadway, Ner York, New York.2

1864-1866       407 Broadway, New York, New York.2

1866                190 Fulton, Brooklyn, New York.2

1843-1866.  New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  1843-1866, John Fowler Trow, Publisher.

1843.  1843/1844, P. 56.  Burgess, Nathan G.—daguerreotypes, 192 Broadway.  H.-65 Murray.

1844.  1844/1845, P. 58.  Burgess, Nathan G.—daguerreotypes, 192 Broadway. 

1845.  1845/1846, not listed.

1846.  1846/1847, P. 63.  Burgess, N. G.—daguerreotype, 5 Dey.  H.-5 Dey.

1847.  1847/1848, P. 71.  Burgess, N. G.—daguerreotypes, 181 Broadway. 

1848.  1848/1849, P. 72.  Burgess, N. G.—daguerreotypes, 181 Broadway. 

1849.  1849/1850, P. 74.  Burgess, N. G.—daguerreotypes, 187 Broadway.

1850.  1850/1851, P. 81.  Burgess, N. G.—daguerreotypes, 187 Broadway. 

1851.  1851/1852, P. 86.  Burgess, N. G.—daguerreotypes, 187 Broadway. 

1852.  1852/1853.  Not listed

1853.  1853/1854, P. 103.  Burgess, Nathan G.—daguerreotypes, 293 Broadway.

1854.  1853/1854, P. 103.  Burgess, Nathan G.—daguerreotypes, 293 Broadway.

1855.  1855/1856, P. 122.  Burgess, Nathan G.—daguerreotypes, 293 Broadway.  H.-108 E. 14th St.

1856.  1856/1857, P. 118.  Burgess, Nathan G.—artist, 293 Broadway. 

1857.  1857/1858, P. 120.  Burgess, Nathan G.—photographs, 293 Broadway.  H-38 Willow, Brooklyn.

1858.  1858/1859, P. 118.  Burgess, Nathan G.—photographs, 293 Broadway.  H-49 Cranberry, Brooklyn.

1859.  1859/1860, P. 123.  Burgess, Nathan G.—photographs, 663 Broadway.  H-49 Cranberry, Brooklyn.

1860.  1860/1861.  Not listed

1861.  1861/1862, P. 123.  Burgess, Nathan G.—photographs, 453 Broadway.  H-49 Cranberry, Brooklyn.

1862.  1862/1863.  Not listed.

1863.  1863/1864.  Burgess, Nathan G.—Clerk , 56 Broadway.  H-119 Henry, Brooklyn.

1864.  1864/1865, P. 128.  Burgess, Nathan G.—photographs, 407 Broadway.  H-119 Henry, Brooklyn.

1865.  1865/1866, P. 137.  Burgess, Nathan G.—photographs, 407 Broadway.  H-Brooklyn.

1866.  1866/1867, P. 137.  Burgess, Nathan G.—photographs, 407 Broadway & 190 Fulton, Brooklyn.

1867-1870 not listed.

1843 September 19.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  September 19, 1843, Vol. III, No. 139, Whole No. 760, P. 3.

Fair at the American Museum.—The problem of opening a new and spacious Saloon at the American Museum, as a Perpetual Fair or Bazaar for the Exhibition and Sale of Goods, Wares, Merchandize, &c has proved highly successful.  It is now one of the most attractive Halls in the Establishment, and is undoubtedly the cheapest Advertising Medium in the world.  The name, location and business of all depositors are advertised in 100,000 small bills per annum—also in the principal city papers.  The following persons have already made deposites in this Fair, and as nearly all the articles are For Sale, Merchants and others will find it to their interest to make their purchases through this medium.  It is obvious that no articles but those of the best quality are deposited here.  Persons desirous of depositing specimens of Goods or Cards of Business in the perpetual Fair, can do so on reasonable terms.  Circulars of prices, & c. can be obtained at the Office of the Museum.

Daguerreotype Miniatures…..N. G. Burgess, 192 Broadway

Daguerreotype Miniatures…..J. Gurney, 189 Broadway

Daguerreotype Miniatures…..J. Plumbe, Jr., 251 Broadway

Daguerreotype Miniatures…..Fanshaw, Young & Cunningham, 235 Broadway

1843 September 20.  Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  September 30, 1843, Vol. LXXIX, No. 4100, P. 2.

Exhibition and Fair.  We shall not be thought to give the subject an undue importance, by again reminding our citizens of the Fair now in progress at the City Hall.  The list of articles (to the publication of which we give up a large space in our paper this week) shows that the Farmers, Mechanics, Manufacturers and artist of this county, have not forgotten the annual returm of this interesting occasion…

169.  Daguerreotype miniatures; N. G. Burgess, Hartford. 

1843 October 7.  Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  October 7, 1843, Vol. LXXIX, No. 4107, P. 3.

Hartford County Agricultural Society.  List of Premiums.  The several committees have awarded the following premiums…

Fine Arts and Arts…

N. G. Burgess, New York, best specimen of Daguerreotype likenesses, silver medal.

1843 October 14.  The Hartford Times.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  October 14, 1843, Vol. XXVII, No. 1399, P. 1.

Hartford County Agricultural Society.  List of Premiums.  The several committees have awarded the following premiums…

Fine Arts and Arts…

N. G. Burgess, New York, best specimen of Daguerreotype likenesses, silver medal.

1844 December 27.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  December 27, 1844, Vol. IV, No. 227, Whole No. 1158, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Burgess’ Gallery Of Colored Daguerreotypes, 192 Broadway. N. Y.  N. G. Burgess, Principal Operator.                                                                                        

Advertisement ran from December 27, 1844 to March 1, 1845.                                                              

1845 April 14.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 14, 1845, Vol. XI, No. 103, Whole No. 4065, P. 2.

The daguerreotype—We had thought that the perfection of this art had been attained, but we find there are still improvements.  Among those we have seen recently were some specimens at Mr. Tracy’s rooms, No. 233 Broadway.  He has taken some portraits which, for life-like beauty and effect, cannot be excelled.  He has, likewise, engaged the services of Mr. Burgess, who formerly occupied rooms at the corner of John and Broadway, and those who wish a picture in his style, which is acknowledged to be superior, will please call soon, as Mr. B. leaves the city in a few days.

1845 April 14.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 14, 1845, Vol. XI, No. 103, Whole No. 4065, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits.  J. F. Tracy has taken Rooms at No. 233 Broadway, up stairs, second floor, where he is executing some of the most beautiful specimens of the Daguerrian Art in this city.  The prices are according to the style and finish, from One To Three Dollars.

Those in want of perfect Pictures are requested to call and examine his specimens.  Mr. T. is happy to announce that he has engaged the professional services of N. G. Bingers [sic.], for a short time, and those who wish Pictures in his peculiar beautiful style would do well to call soon.

Plates, Cases, Chemicals, &c., always on hand, and instructions given in the Art on moderate terms.                                                                                                           

Advertisement ran from April 14 to May 27, 1845.

1845 June 18.  Springfield Gazette.  (Springfield, Massachusetts.)  June 18, 1845, Vol. 14, No. 25, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—We have pleasure in referring to the card of Mr. Burgess, in another column, who will be in town for a few days, to answer the calls of our citizens who may wish to obtain a perfect and durable impression of their living features by means of the daguerreotype.  Mr. B. exhibits some of the best specimens of the perfection of the art that we have ever seen

1845 June 17.  Springfield Daily Republican.  (Springfield, Massachusetts.)  June 17, 1845, Vol. 2, No. 374, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  N. G. Burgess, of New York, has opened his Gallery of Colored Daguerreotypes, for a few days only, at No. 4 Fountain Row, Over R. Shurtleff’s Auction Store.

Mr. B. has been induced to open his rooms in Springfield for a short time, and he is prepared to execute Likenesses in a style sure to please and greatly superior to any before offered in this town.

Miniatures and Portraits taken in all the various sizes, from the smallest breast-pin size to that of the cabinet Portrait. 

These pictures are warranted durable colors, and will retain their clearness and distinctness as long as the painted portrait.

The citizens are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens of the Art brought to its highest state of perfection.  Operations from 8 A. M. until 4 P. M. without regard to weather.

Springfield, June 17, 1845.

Advertisement ran from June 17 to June 30, 1845.

1845 June 18.  Springfield Gazette.  (Springfield, Massachusetts.)  June 18, 1845, Vol. 14, No. 25, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  N. G. Burgess, From New York, Has Opened His Gallery of Colored Daguerreotypes, for a few days only, at No. 4 Fountain Row, Over R. Shurtleff’s Auction Store.

Mr. B. has been induced to open his rooms in Springfield for a short time, and he is prepared to execute likenesses in a style sure to please and greatly superior to any before offered in this town.

Miniatures and Portraits taken in all the various sizes, from the smallest breast-pin size to that of the Cabinet Portrait.  These pictures are warranted durable colors, and will retain their clearness and distinctness as long as the painted portrait.

The citizens are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens of the Art brought to its highest state of perfection.  Operations from 8 A. M. until 4 P. M. without regard to weather.

Springfield, June 17, 1845.

Advertisement ran from June 18 to July 2, 1845.

1845 June 27.  Springfield Daily Republican.  (Springfield, Massachusetts.)  June 27, 1845, Vol. 2, No. 383, P. 2.

Mr. Burgess, the Daguerreotype artist, is to remain in town but two or three day longer, and those who wish to secure their exact pictures by this peculiar and interesting mode must call immediately.  We have seen a number of pictures taken by Mr. B., and readily pronounce them far superior to any we ever saw of the kind, before.

1854 June 3.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 3, 1854, Whole No. 6492, P. 4.

Burgess, Daguerrean Artist, 293 Broadway, the oldest and most practical in the  city, would inform his friends and former patrons, that he has resumed the profession of this beautiful art, in all its branches.  Pictures taken in all the various styles.  French, German, Italian, &c., spoken.

1854 November 3.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 3, 1854, Whole No. 6644, P. 4.

To Daguerreans.—Wanted, A Daguerreotype Operator, at Burgess’ daguerrean rooms, 293 Broadway.

1855 June.  The Photographic and Fine Art Journal. Vol. 8, No. 6 p. 190

For the Photographic and Fine Art Journal.  Amusing Incidents In The Life Of A Daguerrean Artist.  By N. G. Burgess.

The experience of all those who follow the Daguerrean Art, as a profession, will show many amusing and laughable incidents which have been noted down from time to time.  For the benefit of the readers of the Journal I will transcribe a few, which may amuse at least if not instruct them.

Persons who sat for pictures, in the early stage of the Art, were of course ignorant of the modus operandi, and they not unfrequently moved during the sitting, although the Artist may have given full directions to the contrary.

An elderly lady was once seated in front of the camera, and was informed that for two minutes she must be in a perfectly passive mood and watch the glasses of the camera.  On returning to the camera, the Artist was surprised to find her standing by the window viewing the

passers‑by in Broadway.  She remarked that while she was waiting for the picture to come out of the box, she thought, there would be no harm in looking out of the window, as she expected her son to call for her about that time and she was wondering why he did not come.

Another Artist, was called upon to take the likeness of a lady dressed in deep mourning, who when seated in the chair, and the focus of the camera drawn accurately upon the ground glass, and just as he was about to place the plate‑holder in the Box, she called upon him to wait a moment, for her to request him to represent her in the picture, as holding in her lap a dear little child whom she had but a few days before laid in the cold grave.

But a most amusing and laughable anecdote is related of an Artist who was called upon by a volunteer in the late Mexican War.  He was just starting for the battle‑fields of glory, when, he bethought himself of his Daguerreotype, that he would leave with his lady‑love.  He had imprudently, imbibed too much of those strong drinks repudiated by the Prohibitory Law, and the day being rather cloudy, it required at least three or four minutes sitting.  When the time expired, our hero the volunteer, was found to be a sleeper at his post.  The Artist however did not disturb him, but quietly removing the plate, he proceeded to bring it out over the mercury bath, when it was found to be very dark, and withal, rather sleepy in appearance: The light was not sufficiently strong for another picture, and it was finished, and the sleeper awakened to receive his image on silver which was deemed rather dark and misty.  But the Artist assured him, when the weather became clear and his head also the picture would assume a clearness not then discernable, which fully satisfied the soldier, and he departed for Mexico.

A traveling artist was quite amused by a call from a young man in a country town, late in the afternoon, just as the sun was sinking behind the western hills; when it was too late to produce any impression on the plate.  The young man was rather verdant; nor had he seen the wonderful process of Daguerre, much less any paraphernalia of a Daguerrean artist.  He was very anxious to obtain his portrait that very evening, as he was just starting for the west.  The Artist assured him it was too late to produce a good one, as his labors ceased at dusk.  But the youth was incredulous, and insisted on his likeness being then taken.  He would be satisfied with anything, if not so good a likeness.  The Artist was reluctant to comply, but he bethought himself of some old specimens in his plate‑box, that might answer for a likeness and he requested the young man to be seated, in front of the camera, when he drew the focus and required him to remain still until he returned which would be at least five or ten minutes.  He repaired to his plate box, and found a picture that bore the only resemblance to the young man, in the fact that it was taken for another young man in the city of New York.  The likeness was sealed up and put into a case—and then carefully laid in the Camera‑box—when five minutes had expired the artist, withdrew the picture from the box, and immediately opened it to the astonished gaze of the sitter.  There were several of the artists friends and acquaintances in the room during the occurrence, all anxiously watching the scene, and of course highly amused at the wonder expressed by the subject of the levity.  He was quite surprised to learn that he made so good a likeness, and still more so that the artist had given him such a fine suit of clothes; remarking that the coat had more buttons than his, and in fact was a very much better picture than he thought he would make.  The artist very complacently informed him that he knew it would please him the more to show his likeness in an improved dress and he accordingly added a few more buttons, and withal put on an entire new suite throughout as he sadly needed one.  The youth was much obliged to him, he took the picture and paid his dollar and left for the west.

It may be questioned here whether the conduct of the Artist, on this occasion was strictly correct.  But many pictures are delivered daily that do not bear so strong a likeness to the one intended, as this one in question, being executed by those who have no skill or knowledge of

any of the rules of Art.

An instance of forgetfulness was mentioned as occurring many years ago, when it required five or ten minutes sitting.  A sitter was requested to await the return of the artist who thoughtlessly went to his dinner, and actually forgot that he had a sitter in his chair.  When at least half an hour had expired the sitter’s patience became exhausted, he left the seat, and sought in vain, for the Artist and it was several minutes before he returned when he humbly demanded pardon, for his forgetfulness, and proceeded to take another, which he presented him gratis; for his long forbearance and forgiving disposition.  Reprinted from DagNews.

1855 August 25.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  August 25, 1855, Whole No. 6937, P. 5.

Boy Wanted—At Burgess’ Photographic rooms, 293 Broadway, up stairs.  Apply between 9 and 10 o’clock A. M.

1855 October 30.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 30, 1855, Whole No. 7002, P. 6.

To Daguerreotypists—Wanted—An Operator, who fully understands the business.  Apply, between 9 and 11 o’clock A. M., at Burgess’ Photographic rooms, 293 Broadway.

1855 November 20.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 20, 1855, Whole No. 7023, P. 4.

Improved Ambrotypes.—Burgess, No. 293 Broadway, is now taking superior pictures by this new process, which rivals all sun portraits heretofore produced.  Call and examin specimens.  German, French, and Italian spoken.

1856 January 1.  Photographic and fine Arts Journal.  (New York, New York.)  January 1, 1856, Vol. IX, No. 1, P. 19.

In an article entitled the Photographic Galleries of America.  Number One, New York. The author visited 69 Galleries in New York City.

N. G. Burgess—Here again we have a first-rate Ambrotyper; one who is theoretically and practically acquainted with this process and seems determined not to be excelled. I believe he has a patent for a peculiar style of picture.  A very fine specimen of the process is a portrait of a fair child leaning on a table; it is perfectly life-like.

1856 April 16.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 16, 1856, Whole No. 7170, P. 6.

To Artists.—Wanted. An Artist, Who Understands the art of painting photographs, to go to a Southern city, to whom a liberal price will be paid.  Apply immediately at Burgess & Beniczky’s photographic gallery. 293 Broadway, up stairs.

1856 May 6.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  May 6, 1856, Whole No. 7190, P. 5.

Pearl Ambrotypes.—A New Discovery in ambrotypes.—Pearl ambrotypes, which possess all the brilliancy and whiteness of a daguerreotype, are taken only at 293 Broadway, by Burgess & Beniczky.  Pupils taught this new art.  Photographs taken for $1; colored, for $5, by A. Cosmas, artist, from Paris.

1856 June 17.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 17, 1856, Whole No. 7237, P. 7.

For Sale—A Splendid Uniform Belonging to an officer of the 69th Regiment N. Y. S. M., consisting of cap, coat, epaulettes, sword, belt, pants, &c.  To be sold low, on immediate application at Burgresss and Beniczky’s photographic rooms, 293 Broadway.

1856 October 27.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 27, 1856, Whole No. 7363, P. 5.

Fremont, Filmore and Buchanan.—Ambrotype portraits of Presidential candidates for sale, wholesale and retail, by Burgess & Beniczky, No. 293 Broadway.  Agents wanted.

1858 January 26.  The Evening Post.  (New York, New York.)  January 26, 1858, Vol. LVII, P. 2.

Wiley & Halsted Published This Day:  The Photograph And Ambrotype Manual, A Practical Treatise on the Art of Taking Positive and Negative Photographs on Paper and Glass, By N. Burgess.  Fourth Edition.

From Contents:

I           History and Progress of Photographic Art, &c.

II         Theory and Practice of Photographic Process.

III        Photographic Printing, &c.

IV        Copy Daguerreotypes and other Pictures into Photographs.

V         On Ambrotype Process, &c.

1 Volume, 249 pages.  $1.00.

1858 March 15.  The Evening Post.  (New York, New York.)  March 15, 1858, Vol. LVII, P. 3.

The Photograph And Ambrotype Manual;  A Practical Treatise on the Art of Taking Positive and Negative Photographs on Paper and Glass, commonly known as Photography, in all its Branches.  

Containing all the Various Recipes Practiced by the Most Successful Operators in the United States.  By N. G. Burgess [Brugers.]  Fourth Edition.  New York: Wiley & Halsted.

The wonders of the photographic art have not ceased.  It will be applied to many now and important uses, and itself will increase in perfection and power.  This little manual is one of the best of its kind, and will help to make the discoveries of Daguerre, Talbot, and Sir John Herschel more widely known and useful.

[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.

[2] New York City Directory.

Burgess & Beniczky

Ambrotypes, Photographs, , , , ,

1856                293 Broadway, New York, New York.

1856 April 16.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 16, 1856, Whole No. 7170, P. 6.

To Artists.—Wanted. An Artist, Who Understands the art of painting photographs, to go to a Southern city, to whom a liberal price will be paid.  Apply immediately at Burgess & Beniczky’s photographic gallery. 293 Broadway, up stairs.

1856 May 6. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) May 6, 1856, Whole No. 7190, P. 5.

Pearl Ambrotypes.—A New Discovery in ambrotypes.—Pearl ambrotypes, which possess all the brilliancy and whiteness of a daguerreotype, are taken only at 293 Broadway, by Burgess & Beniczky.  Pupils taught this new art.  Photographs taken for $1; colored, for $5, by A. Cosmas, artist, from Paris.

1856 June 17.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 17, 1856, Whole No. 7237, P. 7.

For Sale—A Splendid Uniform Belonging to an officer of the 69th Regiment N. Y. S. M., consisting of cap, coat, epaulettes, sword, belt, pants, &c.  To be sold low, on immediate application at Burgess and Beniczky’s photographic rooms, 293 Broadway.

1856 October 27.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 27, 1856, Whole No. 7363, P. 5.

Fremont, Filmore and Buchanan.—Ambrotype portraits of Presidential candidates for sale, wholesale and retail, by Burgess & Beniczky, No. 293 Broadway.  Agents wanted.

Brown, Roswell H.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, , ,

1856                407 Broadway, New York, New York.

1856.  New York City Directory.  (New York, New York.)  1856-1857, advertisement P. 9.

Apollo Gallery Of Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes, 407 Broadway, New York.

Large size Daguerreotypes for 50 cts.  A brilliant and durable Ambrotype for $1.00

Pictures taken in any weather.  Roswell H. Brown, Artist.