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McIntosh, R. M.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1853-1854       In front of the Northfield Depot, Northfield, Vermont.

1854                on Main St., in front of the Phoenix House, St. Albans, Vermont.

1854                On the Common, Northfield, Vermont.

1855                Address Unknown, Northfield, Vermont.

1858-1859       West of Union Block, Northfield, Vermont.

1853 June 1.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  June 1, 1853, Vol. VII, No. 22, Whole No. 324, P. 3.

For The Messenger.  Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Many readers of the Messenger in and about Northfield, may be glad to know that now there is an opportunity to secure likenesses of themselves and there friends of the first quality and at Prices within the reach of all.  Mr. R. M. McIntosh has a Saloon on the common in front of the Depot, fitted both with side and sky light by a harmonious blending of which he secures better pictures than can be elsewhere obtained. Short of the large cities, and at about one third the price.  The writer of this has known Mr. M., for several years, to be a very successful operation and a very obliging person.  His best recommendation is, that he suits his customers.  His success in taking childrens likenesses I sincerely believe to be unexampled.

Call and see his specimens.  Observer.

Advertisement ran from June 1 to 15, 1853.

1854 January 12.  St. Albans Messenger.  (St, Albans, Vermont.)  January 12, 1854, Vol. XVII, No. 840, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  The subscriber would respectfully call the attention of the people of St. Albans to his specimens of Daguerreotype Miniatures, which may be seen at any time at his Saloon, on Main St., in front of the Phoenix House.

Hero Art triumphant our attention claims,

Here life seems speaking from a thousand frames:

[Belles], Merchants, Statesmen, throng the pictured walls

Each face from its living type recalled.

Features, complexion, attitude, attire,

Beauty’s soft smile and manhood’s glance of fire

Truly reflected from the burnished plate,

Astonish life with its own duplicate.

Think not these portraits by the sun-light made,

Shades though they are, will like a shadow fade:

No, when the lip of flesh in dust shall lie,

When death’s gray film o’erspreads the beaming eye,

McIntosh’s life-like pictures, mocking at decay,

Will still be fresh and vivid as the day.

Life and Health is the time to secure a Likeness—man dieth and is forgotten.  Who will let the opportunity pass without securing a lasting shadow of themselves or friends, when so easily obtained?  Who will die and be forgotten when they can preserve their memory for ages and generations to come.

No effort will be spared to give entire satisfaction to all who may favor me with their patronage.—Likenesses taken at all times without regard to the weather.  Instructions given in the art.  Terms moderate.  R, M, McIntosh.

Advertisement ran from January 12 to February 9, 1854.

1854 April 5.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  April 5, 1854, Vol. VIII, No. 14, Whole No. 368, P. 3.

A Few Days Only!  Timely Hits To All.  Friends.—Reader, if you have a valued friend, in whose welfare you feel an interest, and your kind feelings are reciprocated, that friend will prize as a precious memorial your Daguerreotype Miniature, if taken in McIntosh’s Daguerreotype Saloon, at Northfield, Vt.

Children!—If you are still blessed with parents, and no Artist’s Pencil has truly traced the lineaments of his or her familiar face or form, you may well act the part of wisdom to advise or persuade them to visit without delay McIntosh’s Saloon, and have their Miniatures taken in his superior style of art.

There is scarcely any one who does not take pleasure in gazing on the features of a friend, and when that friend has been removed by death, we often hear the exclamation, uttered with an expression of deep regret.—“Oh! What would I not give for such a picture of my friend.”

Reader, perhaps you cannot do a better thing while your mind is upon the subject, than to pay McIntosh a visit at his Saloon; then you may at some future period have reason to feel grateful for these “Gentle Hints” from R. M. McIntosh, Daguerrian Artist.

Advertisement ran from April 5 to May 24.

1854 April 12.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  April 12, 1854, Vol. VIII, No. 15, Whole No. 369, P. 2.

McIntosh has Come.  He is one of the most skillful and successful Daguerrean artists in the country.—If you doubt our statement just call at his saloon in front of the Northfield Depot and get ocular proof.

1854 September 17.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  September 17, 1854, Vol. VIII, No. 38, Whole No. 399, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes!!  McIntosh Has Returned, And may be found at his Saloon on the favor or with which his work common, painting with the sunbeams.  The “Human Face Divine,” and fixing its perishable lineaments permanently, and truthfully, upon the imperishable metal.  The extraordinary favor with which his work has heretofore been received in this place, warrants him in believing that The Rest Of Northfield, and adjacent places, if not “the rest of mankind” will as fast as they can be accommodated, call on him for their likenesses.

He has just received from market A New Lot Of Fancy Cases, of elegant patterns.

Advertisement ran from September 27, 1854 to Jan 17, 1855.

1854 October 21.  Star of Vermont and Farmer’s Register.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  October 21, 1854, Vol. 1, No. 1, P. 4.

Daguerreotypes!! McIntosh Has Returned, And may be found daily at his saloon on the common, painting with the sunbeams, The “Human Face Divine,” and fixing it perishable lineaments permanently, and truthfully, upon the imperishable metal.  The extraordinary favor with which his work has heretofore been received in this place, warrants him in believing that The Rest Of Northfield, and adjacent places, if not “the rest of mankind” will, as fast as they can be accommodated, call on him for their likenesses.

He has just received, from market, A New Lot Of Fancy Cases, of elegant patterns.

Call and See.

Advertisement ran on October 21 & 28, 1854.

1855 January 24.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  January 24, 1855, Vol. IX, No. 4, Whole No. 420, P. 2.

Mr. R. M. McIntosh, daguerreian Artist request us to state that he shall be absent from his saloon, in this village until the tenth of February.

1855 March 14.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  March 14, 1855, Vol. IX, No. 14, Whole No. 427, P. 3.

R. M. McIntosh, May be found daily at his Saloon in Northfield, whether the weather be foul or fair, executing Daguerreotype Likenesses, in a style not surpassed by any.

The subscriber, thankful for the extensive patronage with which the people of Northfield and vicinity have favored him, would respectfully announce that he is prepared to introduce the Latest Improvements I the art.  He is now making what are termed Illuminated Pictures, a new, beautiful, and much approved style. 

Call and see his recent specimens!  By a late invention he is able to take Enlarged Copies of the smallest picture with entire success.  Miniatures for Pins, Rings and Lockets, taken and inserted with care.  Views of Landscapes, Public Buildings ad private Residences taken at any time in fair weather.  Pictures are made to suit the patrons or no charge is made.  R. M. McIntosh.

Advertisement ran from March 14 to April 18, 185

1855 March 17.  Star of Vermont and Farmer’s Register.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  March 17, 1855, Vol. 1, No. 2, P. 3.

R. M. McIntosh, May be found daily at his Saloon in Northfield, whether the weather be foul or fair, executing Daguerreotype Likenesses, in a style not surpassed by any.

The subscriber, thankful for the extensive patronage with which the people of Northfield and vicinity have favored him, would respectfully announce that he is prepared to introduce the Latest Improvements I the art.  He is now making what are termed Illuminated Pictures, a new, beautiful, and much approved style. 

Call and see his recent specimens!  By a late invention he is able to take Enlarged Copies of the smallest picture with entire success.  Miniatures for Pins, Rings and Lockets, taken and inserted with care.  Views of Landscapes, Public Buildings ad private Residences taken at any time in fair weather.  Pictures are made to suit the patrons or no charge is made.  R. M. McIntosh.

Advertisement ran from March 17 to May 26, 1855.

1855 April 21.  Star of Vermont and Farmer’s Register.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  April 21, 1855, Vol. 1, No. 27, P. 1.

R. M. McIntosh, Daguerreian Artist, Saloon.

Advertisement ran from April 21 to July 7, 1855.

1858 July 31.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  July 31, 1858, Vol. XII, No. 32, Whole No. 602, P. 3.

Ambrotypes.  The Well Known Daguerreotype Artist, R. M. McIntosh, has purchased the Ambrotype right of Northfield and vicinity, and will be prepared to execute work by the 10th of August.

1858 August 21.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  August 21, 1858, Vol. XII, No. 35, Whole No. 605, P. 3.

Premium Patent Ambrotypes, By R. M. McIntosh.  Having a new Saloon, and well arranged for the picture business, will give notice, that he has purchased the right of Northfield, Berlin, Roxbury. Williamstown, Warren and Waitsfield, and all that are in want a never changing Picture, can have them taken at his Saloon.

A great improvement has been made in the Patent Picture for the year past.  The Patent Ambrotype is a picture that I will warrant.  The inhabitants would do well to ascertain what kind of pictures they are purchasing.  Glass pictures are put up in many different forms and called Ambrotypes.  No pictures are genuine on the said territory without the name of R. M. McIntosh stamped upon the picture.  Having practiced the Photographic art for the last twelve years, I feel confident that my pictures are equalled by few, excelled by none.  Those who are in want of a first class picture, would do well to call and examine specimens before purchasing elsewhere. 

Pictures made as cheap as in any place in Vermont, and Far Better.

They all are made of double glass,

And warranted through all time to last; they will not fade, they will not spot,

There’s not a poor one in the lot.

Please remember the place, west of the Union Block, Northfield, Vt.  R. M. McIntosh, Artist.

Advertisement ran from August 21 to October 23, 1858.

1858 September 11.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  September 11, 1858, Vol. XII, No. 38, Whole No. 608, P. 2.

Patent Ambrotypes.—McIntosh, who is well know to many of our citizens, is again in town, with his Saloon.  His pictures are strikingly natural, and finished with that taste and skill that will be likely to render them not only satisfactory, but durable.

1858 October 9.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  October 9, 1858, Vol. XII, No. 42, Whole No. 612, P. 3.

Song Of The Sun Pictures.  McIntosh.

With old and young, with belle and baeu,

McIntosh’s Saloon is all the go,

For why?  his pictures can’t be beat

At any Art Gallery in the State.

They all are made of double glass,

And warranted through all time to last;

They will not fade, they will not spot,

There’s not a poor one in the lot.

His Ambrotypes are something new,

For which he has the Patent too;

Look in as you go up the Street.

You ne’er saw any so neat.

And Pictures with light and shade

In all their beauties—there are made

By process new; and all around

Say they’re the best that can be found.

Ask the first passer-by you meet,

About his Ambrotypes complete;

You’ll find their finished depth and tone

Equalled by few, excelled by none.

His rooms arranged with taste and care,

Bet for one thing most pleasant are;

With customers they’re crowded tight,

From six at morn till six at night.

On children of each age and size

McIntosh’s entitled to the prize;

So hurry up the little creatures,

One second, and he’ll take off their pictures.

Hasten, then, while you have a day

To McIntosh—suffer no delay,

Secure by McIntosh’s skill portrayed

A shadow ere the substance fade.

1858 December 25.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  December 25, 1858, Vol. XII, No. 53, Whole No. 623, P. 3.

A Counterfeiter about.  A Libel.  It becomes our duty to inform the public that we have in our midst one of the most skillful counterfeiters in the country, who is busily in prosecuting his business.  His imitations are facsimiles, and are taken in the most scientific and artistic manner.  Unlike some who are called counterfeiters, he imitates not bank notes or coin, but human faces!—His saloon is west of the Union Block, Northfield, Vt., where crowds are continually in attendance to procure evidences of his skill.  But especially does he excel in his representation of children over whom he seems to exert some biological influence to rivet their attention while the process is going on, gained doubtless by long practice.  He is also legally licensed to carry on his calling, and the public universally commend his success.  Give him a call.  His name is McIntosh.

Now we propose that every citizen of Northfield shall consider himself an examining witness, to call at McIntosh’s Saloon of Art, and see if they can obtain one of these counterfeits in Northfield.  Wonder if he isn’t liable to indictment.

Advertisement ran on December 25, 1858 to January 1, 1859.

1859 June 18.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  June 18, 1859, Vol. XIII, No. 25, Whole No. 645, P. 3.

R, M, Mc’Intosh’s Patent Ambrotypes !  For 1859.  Having returned from Market with a well selected stock of Frames, Cases and Chemicals of the best quality, I am now prepared to take Pictures that cannot be beaten.  Having the, exclusive right to use the Patent Sealing process for Ambrotypes by which the picture is hermetically sealed between two glasses and will last for all time, I challenge any one to produce pictures by any other process that will at all compare with them in point of tone, accuracy or durability.

Remember!  The Pictures taken at this Saloon are pronounced, by artists and scientific men, unrivalled for depth of tone and softness of light and shade, while they display all the artistic arrangement of the highest efforts of the painter. 

Citizens and Strangers visiting our Saloon, can have sittings for Portraits or Miniatures, and receive them beautifully cased in Morocco, Silk, Velvet, Papier Mache, Union, or other fancy styles, or set in Lockets, Rings &c., in a few minutes.

Charges Moderate, And Likenesses Warranted To Please.

N. B.—Daguerreotypes, Paintings, Drawings, &c., copied.  Out-door Views, and Miniatures of deceased persons, taken at the shortest notice.

For Portraits of Adults by our process, and Improved Instruments, a cloudy day is quite as favorable as clear weather.  For Children, a clear day (between 11 and 2) is preferable.

In dress—avoid white, blue, or light pink.  R. M. McIntosh, Artist.

Advertisement ran from June 18 to July 16, 1859.

1859 November 5.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  November 5, 1859, Vol. XIII, No. 44, Whole No. 664, P. 3.

R. M. McIntosh, Artist In Patent Ambrotypes west of the Union Block Northfield,—The public are cautioned, against imposition, as pictures are taken on Glass which are not Patent Ambrotypes.

Mason, Oscar G.

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, Stereoviews, , , , , ,

N. D.               233 Broadway, New York, New York.[1]

1855                Union Block, Northfield, Vermont.

1856                Address Unknown, Northfield, Vermont.1

1857                Union Block, Northfield, Vermont.1

1858                Address Unknown, Springfield, Massachusetts.

1859                Goodrich Block, Springfield, Massachusetts.[2]

1860                Address Unknown, Springfield, Massachusetts.2

1861                Goodrich Block, Rooms 34, 35 & 36, Springfield, Massachusetts.2

1862                Address Unknown, Springfield, Massachusetts.2

1864                691 Broadway, New York, New York.

1865-1866       599 Broadway, New York, New York.

New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)

1849 to 1850   Published by John Doggett.

1851                Published by Doggett & Rode.

1852 to 1870+ Published by John Fowler Trow.

1849-1855       Not Listed.

1863                Not Listed.

1864                Sec. 599 Broadway and Photographer 691 Broadway.

1865                Artistic & Scientific Photographer, Sec. Photographical Society. 599 Broadway, H-399 Adelphi, Brooklyn.

1866-1870       Not Listed.

Brooklyn City Directory.  (Brooklyn, New York.) 

1863-1875+    Published by Jonathan Lain & Company.

1863 to 1865   Not Listed.

1866                Photographer, 599 Broadway, New York, H-339 Adelphi.

1867-1875       Not Listed.

1855 January 17.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  January 17, 1855, Vol. IX, No. 3, Whole No. 419, P. 3.

Art Notice.  O. C. Mason Would most respectfully inform the citizens of Northfield, and vicinity, that his ne Sky-Light Daguerrian Gallery is now open to the public.  The rooms have been built under the personal direction of the Artist, and expressly for Heliographic purposes, which combined with not only a theoretical but a practical knowledge of the Art, in its various branches, warrants him in the assertion that his patrons shall have as good work as can be found elsewhere.  Judging by the experience of an extensive city practice, he feels confident that he can give entire satisfaction to all who may be pleased to test his skill in producing true Types from nature.

Particulars Interesting to those wanting Daguerreotype Likenesses from life.

Not only should the best outline of the face be selected, but also that of the head, and neck, for the outline of every feature of the likeness is effected by any change.  The eyes, eye-brows, nose, lips, mouth, chin and every shade in the face should also be most carefully observed and the best point of view chosen.

Drapery, Dress and Ornaments.

Dark colors or woolen fabrics should be chosen by gentlemen, the plainer the better.  For ladies, if the ground colors are made of red, green, orange, yellow, dark blue, indigo or purple, black or brown the picture of the dress will usually be darker than that of the face, but white, light blue, or any light pink or violet will be lighter that the face.  Enquire, study and understand how colors take in Daguerreotypes and then you can judge properly what shades to select.  Avoid white as much as possible.  Lace work should be narrow and open, usually.  Ornaments, such as rings, pins, chains &c. can be worn if chosen.

Vignette Or Head Simply.

This is a new & mast beautiful style of Daguerreotype.  The strength and boldness of the effect can be equalled in no other way.  No drapery attracts the eye from the face, or its character,

Groups.

Fine grouping, shows skill in the Artist, and though he may not be able to select his sitters, he may arrange them in a picturesque manner, and give a pleasing representation of life scenes.

Harmony, Expression And Air.

Every part of a picture should be in keeping with every other part,  If a reporter was taking down a speech made in the open air, he might with propriety wear a hat.  An artist representing a choir of singers might as well introduce a scissors grinder as a lady reading the last novel.  In Daguerreotypes greater care should be taken to avoid incongruities and make every minute particular in shade, figure, drapery and all do its duty in preserving harmony and unity.

The Eyes.—The remark of visitors is very often made “What perfect eyes your miniatures have!  how clear and life like”  All eyes blue, light gray and black can be taken perfect, but in order to do so the Artist must perfectly understand the power and effect of light and arrange it in a mild and suitable manner to represent them to perfection and preserve the expression in keeping with the attitude lively and life-like, and give them their proper direction.

Copying.—In all its branches neatly executed from the size of a three cent piece to that of life, if desired.

Invalids.  Can always receive attention either at their residences or the Gallery, by giving due notice, and every effort will be made for means, and also for their comfort.

Views of Public Buildings, Private Residences and Landscapes, executed on reasonable terms.

In sending or presenting your likeness to friends, what could be a more appropriate accompaniment than a picture of your home or place of business.

Prices will in all cases be as reasonable as Good Work can be procured elsewhere.  Nom customers need take any work executed at this establishment unless it is satisfactory to themselves and friends. 

Citizens and Strangers are invited to call examine and enquire for themselves.  O. G. Mason.  Unio Block, Northfield, Vt.

Advertisement ran from January 17 to April 25, 1855.

1855 April 14.  Star of Vermont and Farmer’s Register.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  April 14, 1855, Vol. 1, No. 26, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Gallery.  All desirous of obtaining good Pictures are requestfully invited to call and examine specimens before purchasing elsewhere.

Satisfaction in all cases warranted.

Pictures taken in all kinds of weather.  O. G. Mason, Artist.

Advertisement was recorded nineteen times between April 14 to October 20, 1855.

1855 April 21.  Star of Vermont and Farmer’s Register.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  April 21, 1855, Vol. 1, No. 27, P. 1

O. G. Mason, Daguerreian Artist, Union Block.

Advertisement was recorded sixteen times between April 21 to September 1, 1855.

1855 May 5.  Star of Vermont and Farmer’s Register.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  May 5, 1855, Vol. 1, No. 29, P. 3.

Northfield Sky-Light Daguerreian Gallery!!  The Subscriber continues to execute for his numerous patrons, the most approved style of Daguerreotypes, feeling confident that his pictures will recommend themselves far better than any thing he can say in print.  Therefore he invites all lovers of this Beautiful Art, to visit his rooms and compare his work with that of othert Artists both Far and Near,  and extend to him that amount of patronage he merits.  He desires nothing more.

Copying.—In all its branches neatly executed from the size of a three cent piece to that of life, if desired.

Invalids, can always receive attention either at their residence or at the Gallery, by givig due notice; and every effort will be made for success, and also for their comfort.

Views of Public Buildings, Private Residences and Landscapes, executed on reasonable terms.

In sending or presenting your likeness to friends, what could be a more appropriate accompaniment than a picture of your home or place of business.

Prices will in all cases be as reasonable as Good Work can be procured elsewhere.  Nom customers need take any work executed at this establishment unless it is satisfactory to themselves and friends.  O. G. Mason.  Unio Block, Northfield, Vt.

Advertisement was recorded on May 5 & June 9, 1855.

1855 May 16.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  May 16, 1855, Vol. IX, No. 20, Whole No. 436, P. 3.

Northfield Sky-Light Daguerreian Gallery!!  The Subscriber continues to execute for his numerous patrons, the most approved style of Daguerreotypes, feeling confident that his pictures will recommend themselves far better than any thing he can say in print.  Therefore he invites all lovers of this Beautiful Art, to visit his rooms and compare his work with that of othert Artists both Far and Near,  and extend to him that amount of patronage he merits.  He desires nothing more.

Copying.—In all its branches neatly executed from the size of a three cent piece to that of life, if desired.

Invalids, can always receive attention either at their residence or at the Gallery, by givig due notice; and every effort will be made for success, and also for their comfort.

Views of Public Buildings, Private Residences and Landscapes, executed on reasonable terms.

In sending or presenting your likeness to friends, what could be a more appropriate accompaniment than a picture of your home or place of business.

Prices will in all cases be as reasonable as Good Work can be procured elsewhere.  Nom customers need take any work executed at this establishment unless it is satisfactory to themselves and friends.  O. G. Mason.  Unio Block, Northfield, Vt.

Advertisement ran from May 16 to June 13, 1855.

1855 August 11.  Star of Vermont and Farmer’s Register.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  August 11, 1855, Vol. 1, No. 42, P. 3.

Ambrotypes And Daguerreotypes, Executed in the Highest Style of Art, By O. G. Mason, Artist.  Union Block, Northfield.

Advertisement ran from August 11 to October 20, 1855.

1855 August 22.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  August 22, 1855, Vol. IX, No. 34, Whole No. 450, P. 3.

Ambrotypes.  Pictures that are Pictures.  Warranted never to fade, spot, or change in any way unless broken.  The can be viewed in any light without the disagreeable reflection of the Daguerreotype, and can be taken in less time, and without reversing the subject as is necessary in Daguerreotyping.

These Pictures are taken o glass by an entirely new process, Invented and Patented by Prof. James A. Cutting, of Boston, from under whose personal instruction, the Subscriber has lately  returned and is now prepared to furnish all who may wish for a Never Changing Picture.  They need only to be seen to be admired.  We venture to say that no person of refined taste and sound judgement will hereafter think of sitting for a Daguerreotype when Ambrotypes can be obtained.

Citizens and Strangers are respectfully invited to call at the Subscriber’s Rooms and examine specimens and judge for themselves.  O. G. Mason, Artist, Union Block, Northfield, Vt.

Advertisement ran from August 22 to December 12, 1855.

1858 July 3.  Vermont Christian Messenger.  (Northfield, Vermont.)  July 3, 1858, Vol. XII, No. 28, Whole No. 598, P. 4.

Daguerreotype & Photograph Gallery To Let.  The spacious Gallery, in Union Block, occupied by O. G. Mason, is now offered for rent.  Fixtures, Furniture and a complete set of apparatus for sale, immediate possession will be given.  To an artist in want of a first class location this offer superior inducements, such as cannot be found elsewhere in the State.

Application must be made soon to C. R. Briggs.  Northfield, June 9th, 1858.

Advertisement ran from July 3 to 24, 1858.

1858 September 30.  Springfield Daily Republican.  (Springfield, Massachusetts.)  September 30, 1858, Vol. 15, No. 233, Whole No. 4425, P. 2.

Hampden County Agricultural Fair…

The Picture Gallery…

Mr. Mason of Springfield exhibits a collection of unusually fie photographs;

1858 October 1.  Springfield Daily Republican.  (Springfield, Massachusetts.)  October 1, 1858, Vol. 15, No. 234, Whole No. 4426, P. 2.

Hampden County Agricultural Fair…

Premiums…

Fine Arts…

Photographs—Oscar G. Mason, 3.  Ambrotypes—Calvan Ward, 2.  A. E. Allen, 1.  Daguerreotypes—Calvin Ward, 1.

1861. Springfield City Directory.  (Springfield, Massachusetts.)  1861/1862, Front Cover.

Photographic views,—Stereoscopic & First Class work in all branches of all the art, Rooms 34, 35 & 36 Goodrich Block.

[1] Craig’s Daguerrean Registry.

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

Anthony K. Zuky

Daguerreotypes, , , , ,

1852                Room in the State House, Montpelier, Vermont.

1852                Address Unknown, Northfield, Vermont.

1853                499 Broadway, New York, New York.

1853                Directly opposite the U. S. Hotel, over the Post Office, Saratoga Springs,                           New York.

Anthony K. Zuky was recorded in twelve advertisements and one announcements.  The first advertisement ran on October 21 & 28, 1852 in the Vermont Watchman and State Journal  (Montpelier, Vermont).  Daguerreotypes.  A. K. Zuky, a Lieutenant under Kossuth is now in town, and endeavoring to earn a living by taking Daguerreotypes.  Mr. Zuky brings letters from Kossuth, as well as from American gentlemen of high standing, who recommend him to public favor.  He has taken a room in the State House, and we hope he will be liberally patronized.

The announcement appeared on November 4, 1852 in the Vermont Watchman and State Journal (Montpelier, Vermont).  Portrait of Kossuth.  Lieut. Zuky is at Northfield at present, but will return to his room in the State House on Wednesday or Thursday.  His daguerreotypes are excellent, and he also furnishes daguerreotype copies of a true daguerreotype portrait of Kossuth a rarity indeed, which the admirers of the great Hungarian orator and statesman will highly prize.  Lieut. Zuky was in active service in the Hungarian revolution, and brings honorable testimonials from all the Hungarian Generals.  It is worth one’s while to get sight at the autograph of celebrated men, which these testimonials bear.  Lieut. Zuky will remain one week more, and we hope that brief time will be made profitable to him by the patronage he shall receive.

The second through the ninth advertisement appeared in The New York Herald (New York, New York).  The second advertisement ran on March 21, 1853.  Hungarian Daguerreotype Artist, At 499 Broadway.—A. R. Zuky, at the above number, daily takes lifelike pictures of the citizens of New York, at all prices.  A good article furnished by applying at his rooms.

The third advertisement appeared on May 19, 1853.  Hungarian Daguerrean Artist,–A. R. Zuky, 499 Broadway late lieutenant in the Hungarian army, brings recommendations from Hon. George P. Marsh, American Minister at Constantinople; also, from Lord Dudly Stuart, Governor Kossuth, Lieutenant General Messaras, General Perezel, General Baron Stein, and Francis Pulzky.

The fourth advertisement ran on June 10, 11 & 15, 1853.  Daguerreotypes of Superior Quality are taken daily, for the low price of fifty cents and upwards, and warranted to be as good as any taken in those gorgeous palaces on Broadway at the rooms of A. K. Zuky, 499 Broadway.  Mr. Z. is a Hungarian exile and solicits the patronage of the citizens of New York.  Perfect satisfaction given, or no pay required.  Give him a trial.

The fifth advertisement appeared on June 16, 1853.  Daguerreotypes of Superior Quality are taken daily, for the low price of fifty cents and upwards, and warranted to be as good as any taken in those gorgeous palaces on Broadway at the rooms of A. K. Zuky, 499 Broadway.  Mr. Z. is a Hungarian exile and solicits the patronage of the citizens of New York. 

The sixth advertisement appeared on June 18, 1853.  Fifty Cent Daguerreotypes and Upwards, are daily taken at A. K. Zuky’s, 499 Broadway, in a superior style and finish as can be had in the city.  A trial and perfect satisfaction given, or no pay required.

The seventh advertisement appeared on June 23, 1853.  Daguerreotypes of Superior Quality are [taken] daily, for the low price of fifty cents and upwards, and warranted to be as good as any taken in those gorgeous palaces on Broadway at the rooms of A. K. Zuky, 499 Broadway, [ ? ] who solicits the patronage of the citizens of [New] York.

The eighth advertisement appeared on June 29, 1853.  Daguerreotypes are taken cheap at the rooms of A. K. Zuky, 499 Broadway, in superior style.  Pictures taken until Monday cheap, with very fine cases, to dispose of his present stock, as he leaves for the country on that day.  Give him a trial.

The ninth advertisement ran on July 4 & 5, 1853.  Daguerreotypes on the Fourth of July will be taken at half price, by A. K. Zuky, 499 Broadway, as leaves for the country on Tuesday.  Citizens and strangers are invited to call and give him a last trial.

The tenth advertisement appeared in the New York Daily Tribune (New York, New York) on July 19, 1853.  Daguerreian Gallery, Saratoga Springs.—A. K. Zuky informs his numerous friends that he has opened his gallery directly opposite the United States Hotel, over the Post Office, and would be happy to meet his friends who visit the Springs there.

The eleventh advertisement ran from July 21 to August 25, 1853 in the Vermont Watchman and State Journal (Montpelier, Vermont) on July 21, 1853.  The Daguerrean Gallery of A. K. Zuky Is located over the Post Office, opposite the United States Hotel.  A convenient room and a good light.  Pictures taken in good style at low prices.  Saratoga Springs, July 13, 1853.

The twelfth advertisement appeared on July 22, 1853 in The New York Herald (New York, New York).  Daguerreian Gallery, Saratoga Springs.—A. K. Zuky informs his numerous friends that he has opened his gallery directly opposite the United States Hotel, over the Post Office, and would be happy to meet his friends who visit the Springs there.

Anthony K. Zuky is recorded in other photographic directories and is recorded here because of additional information previously unrecorded.