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Chilton, James R.

October 28, 2024Photographic Stock and ChemicalsChemical Manufacture, James R. Chilton, New York Citypioneeramericanphotographers

1839 263 Broadway, New York, New York.

1839 November 2. New-York Observer. (New York, New York.) November 2, 1839, Vol. XVII, No. 41, Whole No. 860, P. 2.

Photography—The Daguerreotype.—We have devoted our last page this week to M. Daguerre’s account of his mode of obtaining in a few minutes, perfect, fixed, and durable photographic images or pictures, of any object in the material world. The little volume from which we copy had but just been issued from the London press when the Liverpool sailed, and as it has not yet been republished here, this number of our paper will convey to the different parts of our country the first satisfactory account of the most brilliant discovery of the present age. It will be read with interest by all artists and men of science.

The whole apparatus, including the camera obscura, iodine box, mercury box, thermometer, funnel, cups, lamps, troughs, stands, frames, silvered plates, &c. may be obtained of Mr. G. W. Prosch, philosophical instrument maker, 140 Nassau st., who is ready, we understand, to deliver the instrument complete for the sum of forty dollars. The price charged in Paris, at first , was 400 francs, or $75 In London, we believe, it is sold for £12 sterling, or about $60. The lenses for the camera are made in the best manner by J. G. Wolf, 86 Nassau st., and the chemical ingredients, Iodine, hyposulphate, &c. by J. G. (sic.) Chilton, chemist, Broadway.

Chilton, Howard

October 27, 2024DaguerreotypesAnthony Edwards & Chilton, Daguerreotypist, Howard Chilton, New York Citypioneeramericanphotographers

1843-1844 247 Broadway, New York, New York.

1843 May 9. New York Daily Tribune. (New York, New York.) May 9, 1843, Vol. III, No. 26, Whole No. 647, P. 3.

National Miniature Gallery, second floor of 247 Broadway, south corner of Murray st. where may be seen through the day, and without charge, the likenesses of the U. S. Senators, Judges of the U. S. Supreme Court, distinguished Representatives, offers of the Army and Navy, &c. &c., taken by the “Daguerreotype,” chiefly with a view of their being engraved.

Miniature Likenesses by the improved Daguerreotype of the most beautiful execution, may be obtained during the day. Anthony, Edwards & Chilton.

Advertisement ran from May 9 to June 8, 1843.

1844 January 25. Maine Farmer. (Augusta, Maine.) January 25, 1844, Vol. XII, No. 4, P. 2.

A chef d’aeuvre of daguerreotype is in preparation. The senate Chamber is to be engraved after photographs in the best style of Apollo, Chilton and Edwards! These gentlemen [the god of light not the least enterprising and efficient of the three] have in preparation a magnificent engraving of the Senators in appropriate after the manner of some of the finest English prints. This is a beautiful undertaking, and, from the known skill and enterprise of these gentlemen, will doubtlessly be successfully accomplished. Whether an adequate recompense can be realized in this country remains to be seen. Most of the Miniatures for this engraving were obtained at the daguerreotype gallery of these gentlemen, and this is an art particularly suited to the transfer of the strong lineaments of Senatorial faces. The engraving will be a curiosity. A celebrated artist is to be employed for the grouping. [National Intelligencer.

1844 April 12. The Evening Post. (New York, New York.) April 12, 1844, Vol. XLII, P. 2.

A Procession Taken By Daguerreotype.—A Correspondent says: “As the procession of Native Americans were resting in the Park on Monday last, Mr. Chilton, No. 247 Broadway, took a most accurate and remarkable daguerreotype of some hundreds of persons of whom it was composed. The likenesses of a number of gentlemen in the foreground, although very small, are still quite perfect, and may be seen by those who wish it, at Mr. C’s rooms.”

1844 May 15. The Evening Post. (New York, New York.) May 15, 1844, Vol. XLII, P. 2.

Chilton’s Daguerreotypes.—The improvements recently made by Mr. Chilton in the daguerreotype art, render the miniature taken by this process more desirable than ever. Those that we have seen of Mr. C.’s execution, possess a much finer tone and finish than any that have yet come under our observation. His rooms are at No. 281 Broadway, where may be seen likenesses of many of our most distinguished citizens, among which are those of Mr. Forest, Mr. Booth, and Chancellor Kent.

Chapman, Levi

October 17, 2024Daguerreian Stock and MaterialsGeorge Dobbs, James Creamer, Levi Chapman, New York City, suppliespioneeramericanphotographers

1849-1853 102 William Street, New York, New York.

1852-1854 East 25th, between First Ave. & River, New York, New York.

1854-1856 118 Williams Street, New York, New York.

1849 March 13. New York Herald. (New York, New York.) March 13, 1849, Whole No. 5394, P. 1.

Levi Chapman, No. 102 William street, New York, Manufacturer Of The Celebrated Magic Razor Strop, of four sides; also Pocket Books, Wallets, Spectacle and Bankers’ Cases, in every variety, on the most extensive scale.

Daguerreotype Cases $144 {Medium sizes, from $18 to $60 per gross.

{Quarter sizes, from size from $83 2 to $[30] to $84 per gross.

{Half sizes, from $82 to $144 per gross.

Mats and Preservers of all kinds. Geo. Dabbs, Jas. Creamer, Agents.

Advertisement ran from March 13 to May 28, 1849.

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

Daguerreotype Cameras—A New Article, of very superior quality, warranted fully equal to any ever produced in this or any country. Daguerreotypists visiting this city, will find it to thir advantage to call at the establishment 102 William street. L. Chapman, importer and dealer in all kinds of daguerreotype goods.

1852 April 29. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) April 29, 1852, Whole No. 7120, P. 1.

Daguerreotype Goods—Superior Chemicals prepared expressly for Photographic purposes; Cameras warranted fully equal to any ever produced. In fact one of the best and most complete assortment of the above goods can be found at the establishment, 102 William street. L. Chapman, Manufacturer, Importer, and dealer in all kinds of Daguerreotype stock.

1852 May 15. New York Daily Tribune. (New York, New York.) May 15, 1852, Vol. XII, No. 3456, P. 8.

Daguerreotype Goods.—Superior chemicals prepared expressly for Photographic purposes; Cameras warranted fully equal to any ever produced. In fact one of the best and most complete assortments of the above goods can be found at the establishment No. 102 Williams-st. L. Chapman, Manufacturer, Importer, and Dealer in all kinds of Daguerreotype stock.

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

Daguerreotype Goods.—Superior chemicals prepared expressly for Photographic purposes. Cameras warranted fully equal to any ever produced. In fact one of the best and most complete assortments of the above goods can be found at this establishment, No. 102 William -st. L. Chapman Manufacturer, Importer, and Dealer in all kinds of daguerreotype stock.

Advertisement ran from June 2, 1852 to December 12, 1853.

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

Daguerreotype Apparatus, &c. Levi Chapman, 118 William Street, Manufacturer, Importer and Dealer in every description of Daguerreotype, Photographic and Ambrotype materials.

1856 February 5. Evening Star. (Washington, D. C.) February 5, 1856, Vol. VII, No. 933, P. 2.

Patents for the week ending February 5, 1856….Levi Chapman, of New York, N. Y.—For improved photographic plate vise, patent no. 14,184.

1839. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1839/1840, Published by Thomas Longworth.

Pockbooks, 88 William—h—31 Spruce.

1840. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1840/1841, Published by Thomas Longworth.

Pockbooks, 88 William—residence not listed.

1841. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1841/1842, Published by Thomas Longworth.

Pockbooks, 102 William—h—227 Ave. 3d.

1842. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1842/1843, Published by John Doggett.

Magic Strop, 102 [William]—h—224 William.

1843. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1843/1844, Published by John Doggett.

Magic Strop, 102 [William]—h—224 William.

1844. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1844/1845, Published by John Doggett.

Magic Strop, 102 William—h—224 William.

1845. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1845/1846, Published by John Doggett.

Magic Strop, 102 William—h—224 William.

1846. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1846/1847, Published by John Doggett.

Magic Strop, 102 William—h—224 William.

1847. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1847/1848, Published by John Doggett.

Magic Strop, 102 William—h—224 William.

1848. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1848/1849, Published by John Doggett.

Magic Strop, 102 William—no residence listed.

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

Magic Strop, 102 William—no residence listed.

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

Magic Strop, 102 William—h—E. 234 Ave. 3.

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

Magic Strop, 102 William—h—152 E. 2 3d.

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

Daguerreian Materials, East 25th between First Ave. & River and 102 William—h—East Twenty Third near Third Ave.

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

Daguerreian Materials, East 25th between First Ave. and 102 William—h—East 23d.

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

Daguerreian Materials, Razor Strops. 118 William & East 25th Ave.—h—152 East 23d.

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

Manufacturer of Magic Razor Strops, Portemonnaies and Daguerreian Materials. 118 William & East 25th Ave.—h—152 East 23d.

1856. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1856/1857, Published by John Fowler Trow.

Manufacturer of Magic Razor Strops, Portemonnaies and Daguerreian Materials. 118 William & East 25th Ave.—h—152 East 23d.

1857. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1857/1858, Published by John Fowler Trow.

Razor Strops, 120 William.—h—73 Hicks, Brooklyn.

1858. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1858/1859, Published by John Fowler Trow.

Agent, 120 William.—h—2 West 25th.

1859. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1859/1860, Published by John Fowler Trow.

Agent, 120 William.—h—2 West 25th.

1860. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1860/1861, Published by John Fowler Trow.

Strops, 113 Walker.—h—113 West 23d.

1861. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1861/1862, Published by John Fowler Trow.

Strops, 113 Walker.—h—113 West 23d.

Cary, Preston M.

October 5, 2024DaguerreotypesBaltimore Maryland, Bridgeport Connecticut, Broadbent & Cary, Cary & Perkins, Cary & Stancliff, Daguerreotypist, Daniel E. Gavit, Harrison & Holmes, Jeremiah Gurney, Marcus A. & Samuel Root, Meade Brothers, New York City, Preston M. Cary, Savannah Georgia, T. T. Wilmotpioneeramericanphotographers

1843-1849 Rooms in the Sterling Block, Bridgeport, Connecticut.

1849 211 and 128 Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.

1849-1851 Corner Bryan Street and Market Square, Savannah, Georgia.

1850 Sterling Block, Bridgeport, Connecticut

1850 187 Broadway, New York, New York.

1851 Water Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut.

1852 Corner Main and State Streets, Bridgeport, Connecticut.

1853 407 Broadway, New York, New York.

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

1843 August 8. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) August 8, 1843, Vol. XXXIV, No. 1738, New Series Vol. II, No. 84, P. 3.

Splendid Colored Daguerreotypes. Single or in groups, taken by Cary at the Sterling Block.

Advertisement ran from August 8 to December 5

1843 August 22. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) August 22, 1843, Vol. XXXIV, No. 1740, New Series Vol. II, No. 86, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.—This method of taking likenesses, is one of the most astonishing discoveries of the age. Had the discovery been made in the seventeenth century, the author would no doubt have been regarded as a witch, and perhaps been hung or burnt at the stake. The improvements that have been recently made in the art, are very great. Not only are the form and features correctly given, but those taken by Mr. Cary, now at Sterling’s Building, give also, to a remarkable degree, the colors of the face. We examined some dozen or more likenesses, in an unfinished state, at his room, last week, and were surprised at the improvement in this respect. Some of them were almost as true as life.—We recognized every face with which we were acquainted, at the very first glance. Among the number, were the likenesses of two children, (brother and sister,) on one plate.—They were complete. Mr. Cary remains here another week.

1844 March 12. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) March 12, 1844, Vol. XXXIV, No. 1769, New Series Vol. III, No. 115, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. See advertisement of Mr. Cary. He does the business right. No Mistake. Give him a call.

1844 March 12. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) March 12, 1844, Vol. XXXIV, No. 1769, New Series Vol. III, No. 115, P. 3.

Daguerreotyping. Mr. Cary will remain a few days longer, and will happy to execute Likenesses for all who may be disposed to avail themselves of his services.

Having recently made the most astonishing Improvement in the art of finishing portraits, he is now prepared to furnish them true to nature, and equal in beauty to the finest painting. He would also inform the public that his time of sitting is from 10 to 45 seconds, being about one-eighth of the time usually occupied by ordinary bunglers in the art; this enables him to catch not only the outline of the individual setting, but the expression of countenance, which cannot be transferred where a person is obliged to sit from 3 to 5 minutes. Groups of from 2 to 10 persons taken in the same time.

Rooms in the Sterling Block.

Mr. C. has taken the agency of the new and improved instruments, and can furnish instructions to any who may desire to become good operators.

Advertisement ran from March 12 to 19, 1844.

1844 March 26. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) March 26, 1844, Vol. XXXIV, No. 1771, New Series Vol. III, No. 117, P. 3.

The Daguerreotype Process.—Messrs. Editors: There is no memorial of a departed friend so valuable as an accurate picture that will recall those features which are once so familiar. This new process affords the means of procuring such a picture by the sitting of a few seconds, which in beauty and accuracy, much exceeds the ordinary miniature painted on ivory. What can be more accurate than the shadow of an object we would copy, and I am sure nothing can be more beautiful than the colored daguerreotypes, which Mr. Cary of the Sterling Buildings is every day preparing for those who visit his rooms.

This process may be considered as having reached its perfection, for I am sure no one can see the pictures which Mr. Cary furnishes by the aid of the pencil, without feeling that no greater accuracy or beauty, could possibly be attained. So it appears to me. Observer.

1844 April 16. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) April 16, 1844, Vol. XXXV, No. 1774, New Series Vol. III, No. 120, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. Mr. Cary will remain in this city till 25th inst. Those who want their likenesses taken right should give him a call.

1844 April 30. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) April 30, 1844, Vol. XXXV, No. 1776, New Series Vol. III, No. 122, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. “Catch the shadow ere the substance fades.” Mr. Cary respectfully announces to the citizens of Bridgeport and vicinity, that, finding it impossible to meet all his engagements within the time specified for his departure, he has concluded to remain a few days longer, and in connection with Mr. E. Punderson, has taken rooms formerly occupied by Dr. Merritt, in Sterling Building, where they are now ready to take likenesses in a manner which cannot be surpassed by any operator in the United States.

1844 December 3. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) December 3, 1844, Vol. XXXV, No. 1808, New Series Vol. III, No. 143, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits. Mr. Cary respectfully announces to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Bridgeport, that he has reopened his rooms in the Sterling Block, and will be happy to wait on all who would have an accurate likeness.

Having recently made very great improvements in the art of Daguerreotyping, he is prepared to furnish a more finished Picture than can be obtained in any other city.

Persons who have had Pictures taken can have them retaken at a trifling expense.

Instructions given and all the necessary apparatus furnished.

Advertisement ran from December 3 to 17, 1844.

1845 October 11. The Hartford Times. (Hartford, Connecticut.) October 11, 1845, Vol. XXIX, No. 1503, P. 3.

Premiums Awarded By The Hartford County Agricultural Society. Oct 4th, 1845…

Specimens In Fine Arts And Arts…

A Silver Medal to Cary & Stancliff, for Daguerreotype Specimens.

1846 June 20. The Hartford Times. (Hartford, Connecticut.) June 20, 1846, Vol. XXX, No. 1539, P. 1.

Improved Colored Daguerreotype Portraits and Miniatures. Messrs. Cary & Stancliff are now executing Pictures, by a new process, that are pronounced by critics to be far superior to any thing of the kind ever offered in this State. This we submit to the public.

Portraits of Deceased Persons copied accurately.

Likenesses taken After Death, in city or Country.

Correct Likenesses of Infants taken in5 or 6 seconds, in a clear morning.

Ordinary Daguerreotype operators, and persons wishing to learn the art, will find it an object to become acquainted with our new process.

Pictures taken equally well in Cloudy or Fair Weather.

Materials, Chemicals and Apparatus furnished and warranted.

The public room is open and free for visitors from 8 A. M. until 6 P. M. We respectfully solicit a visit to our collection. Cry & Stancliff, corner of Main and Pearl sts., over Olmstead & Co. May 30.

Advertisement was recorded twelve times between June 20 to November 7, 1846.

1846 September 15. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) September 15, 1846, Vol. XXXV, No. 1900, New Series Vol. IV, No. 246, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures. Mr. Cary would respectfully give notice to the inhabitants of Bridgeport and vicinity, that he has taken rooms in the Sterling Block, where he is prepared to furnish Portraits to all who would have a beautiful picture, either in cloudy or fair weather.

Likenesses of young children taken from 2 to 4 seconds.

Instructions given, and all the important apparatus furnished. [Sept. 1.]

Advertisement ran from September 15 to October 20, 1846

1847 June 22. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) June 22, 1847, Vol. XXXVI, No. 1940, New Series Vol. VI, No. 286, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. Cary’s Daguerreotype Rooms, Sterling Block,—4th Story.

Advertisement ran from June 22 to August 31, 1847.

1847 August 3. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) August 3, 1847, Vol. XXXVI, No. 1946, New Series Vol. VI, No. 292, P. 3.

The Daguerreotype Art is one of the most astonishing discoveries of this astonishing age. Portraits accurate as life itself, are now taken in a twinkling, almost. Mr. Carey, at Sterling Block, is one of the best operators the country affords. His pictures are the very best specimens of the art. We have never seen any equal to his. He remains in town a few days longer, Those who want good likenesses, true to nature, should give him an immediate call.

1847 August 24. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) August 24, 1847, Vol. XXXVII, No. 1946, New Series Vol. VI, No. 295, P. 3.

Go to Carey’s, if you want a good Daguerreotype Portrait. His Pictures are the best we have ever seen. We do not believe a better operator can anywhere be found.

1847 August 31. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) August 31, 1847, Vol. XXXVII, No. 1946, New Series Vol. VI, No. 296, P. 3.

Mr. Carey leaves town to-day, to be gone one or two weeks. Those who wish good Daguerreotypes, should give him an early call on his return.

1847 September 21. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) September 21, 1847, Vol. XXXVI, No. 1953, New Series Vol. VI, No. 299, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. Cary’s Daguerreotype Room, is re-opened for a few days previous to his leaving for the South.

All persons indebted to him for Portraits will settle the same without further notice.

Advertisement ran from September 21 to November 2, 1847.

1848 July 4. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) July 4, 1848, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 1994, New Series—VII, No. 340, P. 3.

Cary’s Daguerreotype Rooms, Sterling Block, No. 14. Mr. Cary would respectfully give notice to the citizens of Bridgeport and vicinity, that he is now prepared to execute Daguerreotype Portraits in his most admired style.

Rooms open from 9 A. M. to 5 o’clock, P. M.

Perfect likenesses of young children (of any age) may be taken between the hours of 1 and 3, P. M., in from one to three seconds’ sitting.

Instruction given in the art, and all his recent improvements thoroughly taught.

Advertisement ran from July 4 to December 5, 1848.

1849 May 29. American And Commercial Daily Advertiser. (Baltimore, Maryland.) May 29, 1849, Vol. XCIX, No. 17,289, P. 3.

Broadbent & Cary’s Daguerreotype Rooms, 211 and 128 Baltimore Street.

Advertisement ran from May 29 to August 6, 1849.

1849 May 30. American And Commercial Daily Advertiser. (Baltimore, Maryland.) May 30, 1849, Vol. XCIX, No. 17,290, P. 3.

Local Matters. Reported for the American…

Beautiful Daguerreotypes.—We have recently [examined] with much pleasure the very beautiful specimens of Daguerreotyping, executed by Messrs, Broadbent Cary, No. 128 Baltimore street. These gentlemen, with a perfect knowledge of the art, have availed themselves of the latest improvements made in France and Germany, and now produce a perfect likeness, [which] by the aid of a little colouring, is made to bear [a close] resemblance to a finely executed miniature.—[those] who will take the trouble to examine their [speci ?] will at once acknowledge their great excellence. [The] rooms of Messrs. Broadbent & Cary are neatly [prepared] for the reception of ladies and gentlemen, and [ ? ] great pains they take to afford entire satisfaction to [those] who favor them with their custom, commends [them] strongly to public patronage.

1849 June 13. American And Commercial Daily Advertiser. (Baltimore, Maryland.) June 13, 1849, Vol. XCIX, No. 17,302, P. 2.

Left at The Daguerreotype Rooms of Broadbent & Cary, in the American Office Building, a Bead Purse containing Money, and other articles which the owner can have by paying for this advertisement.

1849 October 2. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) October 2, 1849, Vol. XXXIX, No. 2059, New Series—VIII, No. 405, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. Carey remains at Sterling Block ten day longer. Persons who wish good likenesses will please give him a call.

Advertisement ran from October 2 to November 13, 1849.

1849 October 31. The Savannah Daily Republican. (Savannah, Georgia.) October 31, 1849, Vol. XLVII, No. 256, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. The Subscriber has made an arrangement with P. M. Carey, to take charges of his Daguerreotype Establishment, this season, and request all who want a good Picture, to call at his rooms, corner of Bryan-street and Market-square.

Mr. Carey’s merits as an artist are too well known to require comment. T. T. Wilmot.

1849 December 3. The Savannah Daily Republican. (Savannah, Georgia.) December 3, 1849, Vol. XLVII, No. 283, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes. T. T. Wilmot would respectfully announce to the inhabitants of Savannah, that Mr. Cary has arrived and is prepared to execute Likenesses in the most splendid style.

His Portraits are pronounced by Artist and the best judges, to be unequalled.

Rooms corner of Bryan-st. and Market-square.

Advertisement ran from December 3 to 14, 1849.

1850 February 15. The Savannah Daily Republican. (Savannah, Georgia.) February 15, 1850, Vol. XLVIII, No. 39, P. 2.

It will be seen by Mr. Cary’s advertisement, that he has resumed the business of taking Daguerreotypes. Mr. C’s. work has always given entire satisfaction, and with his recent practice in New York and elsewhere, it can hardly be doubted that he excels in the art more now than ever.

1850 February 15. The Savannah Daily Republican. . (Savannah, Georgia.) February 15, 1850, Vol. XLVIII, No. 39, P. 2.

Beautiful Daguerreotypes. Cary’s Daguerreotype Rooms are now open, over the Jewelry Store of the late T. T. Wilmot, corner Bryan-street and Market -square.

Operating Hours from 9 A. M. to 5 P. M.

Children’s Likenesses (at any age) taken from one to three seconds sitting.

Advertisement ran from February 15 to March 21, 1850.

1850 June 1. The Savannah Daily Republican. (Savannah, Georgia.) June 1, 1850, Vol. XLVIII, No. 128, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes. P. M. Cary returns his thanks to the citizens of Savannah for the liberal patronage bestowed upon him during the past season, and would respectfully give notice that his Rooms will close in 10 days.

Advertisement ran on June 1 & 3, 1850.

1850 August 19. Tri-Weekly Standard. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) August 19, 1850, Vol. 1, No. 97, P. 2.

It is hardley necessary for us to refer to the advertisement of Mr. Cary. His Daguerreotypes are among the best in the country.

1850 August 19. Tri-Weekly Standard. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) August 19, 1850, Vol. 1, No. 97, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes. P. M. Cary would respectfully give notice that he has reopened his rooms, in the Sterling Block, where he would be happy to wait on my persons who may wish their portraits taken by him.

Advertisement ran from August 20 to September 11, 1850.

Daguerreotypes.

M. A. & S. Root, 363 Broadway, for the best daguerreotypes. Silver medal.

J. Gurney, 189 Broadway.

Meade Brothers, 233 Broadway.

Harrison & Holmes, 289 Broadway.

D. E. Gavit, 247 Broadway.

C. M. Cary[1], 187 Broadway.

For excellent daguerreotypes, no difference being perceptible to the Judges. Silver medal to each.

Meade Brothers, 239 Broadway, for superior chemically colored daguerreotypes. Diploma.

Minors’ Work.

Thomas B. Atkins, 219 Fulton-street, Brooklyn, for daguerreotypes. $5 and a certificate.

1850 October 25. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) October 25, 1850, Whole No. 5980, P. 1.

Premiums Awarded at the Fair of the American Institute. We give to-day a continuation of the list of premiums, of which we had not space for insertion yesterday. To-morrow, we shall conclude it entire and make what comments we judge proper on the whole affair.

Silver Medals:

Langenheim & Co., New York, best Talbotypes.

M. A. & S. Root, New York, Best daguerreotypes.

J. Gurney, New York, second best daguerreotypes.

Meade & Brothers, New York, do do.

Harrison & Holmes, New York, do do.

D. E. Gavit, Albany, N. Y., do do.

C. M. Cary¹, New York, do do.

1850 November 25. The Savannah Daily Republican. (Savannah, Georgia.) November 25, 1850, Vol. XLVIII, No. 295, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes. P. M. Cary would respectfully give notice to the public that he has re-opened his Rooms, Corner Bryan-street and Market-square, (over Wilmot’s Jewelry Store,) where he will be happy to wait upon all who would have their Pictures wall executed.

A Daguerreotype of Jenny Lind may be seen at his Rooms.

Advertisement ran from November 25, 1850 to May 24, 1851.

1851 September 3. The Tri-Weekly Standard. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) September 3, 1851, Vol. 2, No. 105, Whole No. 258, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. P. M. Cary would respectfully give notice that he has taken the rooms of C. S. Middlebrook, Water-St. (for a few days only) where he would be happy to wait upon any person who would have their pictures well taken. aug25.

1851 September 9. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) September 9, 1851, Vol. XLI, No. 2159, New Series—X, No. 506, P. 3.

1851 October 22. The Savannah Daily Republican. (Savannah, Georgia.) October 22, 1851, Vol. XLIX, No. 248, P. 2.

Passengers…Per steam packet Gordon, from Charleston—Mrs. Cary and Child…P. M. Cary.

1851 October 28. The Savannah Daily Republican. (Savannah, Georgia.) October 28, 1851, Vol. XLIX, No. 253, P. 2.

P. M. Cary would respectfully give notice that he has re-opened his gallery (corner Bryan-street and Market-square) where he would be happy to wait on all persons who would have a superior picture.

For Sale.—A fine assortment of Plates and Cases, of the finest quality.

Advertisement ran from October 28 to December 31, 1851.

1852 October 6. Tri-Weekly Standard. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) October 6, 1852, Vol. 3, No. 117, Whole No. 427, P. 3.

Bank Place Daguerrian Gallery, Corner Main and State sts. Opposite the Franklin House, Bridgeport.—This Establishment has obtained a reputation, unequalled for good Daguerreotypes. P. M. Cary, having now returned from the South, has connected himself with the above named place for a short time,—whose reputation as an artist is well known; and we would say that we are now prepared at all hours and all weather to serve those who may wish to “Secure the shadow before the substance fades.”

The Likenesses produced at this Establishment are remarkable for their life-like appearance and Durability of Impression.

N. B.—A good Likenesses guaranteed in every case, or no charge made.

Advertisement ran from October 6 to December 22, 1852.

1853 July 19. The Evening Post. (New York, New York.) July 19, 1853, Vol. LII, P. 3.

Passengers Arrived…In the steamship Florida, from Savannah—…P. M. Cary…

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 6, 1853 to June 5, 1854.

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.

[1] Probably Preston M. Cary.

Cary & Perkins

October 3, 2024DaguerreotypesCary & Perkins, Daguerreotypist, J. W. Perkins, New York City, Preston M. Cary, Savannah Georgiapioneeramericanphotographers

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

October 2, 2024Daguerreotypes, Portrait PainterArtist, Baltimore Maryland, Charleston South Carolina, Daguerreotypist, New York City, Portrait Painter, Washington D. C.pioneeramericanphotographers

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.

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.

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

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

October 1, 2024Ambrotypes, PhotographsAmbrotypist, John Cartledge, New York City, Photographerpioneeramericanphotographers

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

September 20, 2024DaguerreotypesCarden & Norton, Daguerreotypist, New York City, Robert A. Cardenpioneeramericanphotographers

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

September 15, 2024DaguerreotypesDaguerreotypist, John Campbell, New York Citypioneeramericanphotographers

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.

September 2, 2024DaguerreotypesDaguerreian Cameras, Daguerreotypist, John Plumbe Jr., New York City, Rachel Butler, William H. Butlerpioneeramericanphotographers

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.

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.

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, 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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