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Lewis, Richard A.

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

1852-1859       142 Chatham Street, New York, New York.

1860-1863       152 Chatham Street, New York, New York.

1864-1885       160 Chatham Street[1], New York, New York.

1868-1875       2d Ave., 3d Ave., East Broadway, Bleeker Street, 158, 160 & 162 Chatham, New York, New York.

1886                190 Park Row, New York, New York.

1887-1890       61 Bond Street, Brooklyn, New York.

1852 November 8.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 8, 1852, Whole No. 7312, P. 1.

To Daguerreotype Artists.—For Sale Cheap, a whole size apparatus, with duffing machine, new; has never been used.  Inquire at R. I. Lewis, Daguerrean Gallery, No. 142 Chatham street, up stairs.

1854 November 9.  The New York Herald.  (New York, York.)  November 9, 1854, Whole No. 6650, P. 5.

Daguerreotype Artist Wanted At R. A. Lewis’s, 142 Chatham street, none but a first rate artist need apply.  Good salary and permanent situation.

1855 May 24.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  May 24, 1855, Whole No. 6845, P. 5.

Photographs the place to procure perfect portraits of all sizes, at moderate prices, is at R. A. Lewis’s 142 Chatham street.

1855 September 7.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 7, 1855, Whole No. 6950, P. 4.

Those Beautiful Ambrotypes.—Don’t miss seeing them by any means.  Call at the gallery of R. A. Lewis, No. 142 Chatham street, and you will be not only pleased but delighted.  Photographs and daguerreotypes taken also at low prices.

Advertisement ran on September 7 & 8, 1855

1855 September 10.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 10, 1855, Whole No. 6953, P. 5.

Superb Triumphs of Art.—The elegant colored ambrotypes taken by R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street, exceed anything ever before presented to the public.  Visit his gallery by all means.

1855 September 11.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 11, 1855, Whole No. 6954, P. 4.

A Charming Present to Friends may be Selected at the gallery of R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street.  His new style of ambrotypes, photographs and daguerreotypes are gaining golden opinions.

1855 September 12.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 12, 1855, Whole No. 6955, P. 7.

The Loveliest in the World!—That is the opinion of all who have seen the beautiful Ambrotypes taken by R. A. Lewis, at No. 142 Chatham street.  His photographs and daguerreotypes are also worthy of notice.

1855 September 13.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 13, 1855, Whole No. 6956, P. 5.

Likenesses Upon Glass.—New York, Sept. 12th. 1855.—To The Editor Of The Herald:—A prominent article in your issue of to-day, under the caption of “New Discoveries in the Arts,” contains the following language:—”The latest novelty in the sun picture line is the instantaneous production of likenesses upon glass.  They are similar to the daguerreotype, but refined and perfected to the last degree.  Mr. Brady, with characteristic enterprise, was the first to introducer this branch, and his gallery is still the only establishment in this city which they are attainable.”  With all due deference to the opinions of the Herald, this is the most undeniably a mistake.  The likenesses upon glass, or ambrotypes, as termed by artists, have been taken at my establishment for a long time past, and furthermore, we have produced better specimens than at any other establishment in the Union; and in defying all competition, myself and assistants have a sufficient guarantee in the fact that we are at this time giving instruction to several Broadway Photographists, who are now under our tutelage, and who promise to become competent artists.  If the Editor of the Herald will call in person, or send an authorized representative to my gallery, No. 142 Chatham street, he shall be presented with an ambrotype that cannot be excelled by any artist in Broadway or out of it.  I remain, sir, very respectfully, yours, R. A. Lewis, No. 142 Chatham street.  James Gordon Bennett, Esq., Herald office, N. Y.

1855 September 15.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 15, 1855, Whole No. 6958, P. 5.

As Beautiful as a Diamond are those Splendid colored ambrotypes taken by R. A. Lewis.  No. 142 Chatham street.  He cannot be excelled by anybody.

1855 September 18.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 18, 1855, Whole No. 6961, P. 5.

Caught at Last.—The Ambrotypes taken at 142 Chatham street, by R. A. Lewis, have secured the admiration of all who have seen them.  Instructions given in this beautiful art.  For terms, apply as above.  Visitors always welcomed.

1855 September 19.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 19, 1855, Whole No. 6962, P. 4.

Priceless Jewels—Such We Consider the likenesses of our friends when they are lost forever.  Then improve the present moment by calling at the gallery of R. A. Lewis, who has the best ambrotypes, photographs, and daguerreotypes in the city, at 142 Chatham street.

Mille. Rachel and the New York Herald are both noted by the public, but the gallery of R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street, contains a choice display of ambrotypes, photographs and daguerreotypes that please and delight the world at large.  Call and see for yourself.

1855 September 21.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 21, 1855, Whole No. 6964, P. 5.

A Band of Music in the Park To-Night would not create half the enjoyment received from seeing one of those beautiful ambrotypes taken by R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street.  All who wish instructions will apply early.

1855 September 23.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 23, 1855, Whole No. 6966, P. 5.

“The Happiest Moment of my Life,” said a young and beautiful woman of our acquaintance, “was when I sat for an ambrotype at No. 142 Chatham street.”  Mr. R. A. Lewis, the artist, is constantly giving instructions.

1855 September 24.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 24, 1855, Whole No. 6967, P. 4.

Where to Get Instructed.—If you Wish to learn how to take those beautiful Ambrotypes, call upon R. A. Lewis, No. 142 Chatham street, where the most charming specimens are exhibited gratuitously.

1855 September 25.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 25, 1855, Whole No. 6967, P. 4.

Arrival of the Crescent City off Quarantine.—The public are looking for her, while the ladies look after those splendid ambrotypes, taken by R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street.

1855 September 26.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 26, 1855, Whole No. 6968, P. 5.

The Railroad Tracks Torn Up Along the Bowery would not raise half the excitement daily seen among the beauties of New York who call on R. A. Lewis, at No. 142 Chatham street, for their ambrotypes.

1855 September 27.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 27, 1855, Whole No. 6969, P. 5.

R. A. Lewis’ Ambrotypes, Taken at 142 Chatham street, are an improvement on all so-called patents.  Call and visit his gallery.

1855 September 29.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 29, 1855, Whole No. 6971, P. 5.

Ambrotypes Ahead of all Patents.—Call and see those exquisitely colored specimens taken by R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street.  Instructions given if desired.  Photographs of distinguished men on exhibition.

Advertisement ran on September 29 & 30, 1855.

1855 October.  Transactions Of The American Institute Of The City Of New York, For The Year 1855.  (New York, New York.)  1856, P. 131 & 153.

List Of Premiums Awarded By The Managers Of The Twenty-Seventh Annual Fair Of The American Institute, October 1855…

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, and Ambrotypes.  Judges—W. J. Stillman, R. B. Brown, J. A. B. Besson

J. Gurney 319 Broadway, for the best daguerreotypes.  A gold medal having been before awarded a Diploma.

M. B. Brady, 359 Broadway, for the second best daguerreotypes.  Silver medal.

S. Root & Co., 363 Broadway, for the third best daguerreotypes.  Diploma.

Gurney & Fredericks, 349 Broadway, for the best plain photograph and best photographs in oil.  Gold medal.

S. Root & Co., 363 Broadway, for the best photographs in water colors, and second best plain photographs.  Gold medal.

W. A. Tomlinson, 373 Broadway, for the best ambrotypes—a novelty in the art.  Silver medal.

R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street, for the second best ambrotype.  Diploma.

Daguerreotype Apparatus.

C. C. Harrison, cor. Elm and White streets, for the best daguerreotype instrument.  Silver medal.

S. H. (Sic.) Holmes, 289 Broadway, for a double acting camera, Silver medal.

W. & W. H. Lewis, 63 Elizabeth street, for an improved daguerreotype coating box.  Diploma.

1855 October 1.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 1, 1855, Whole No. 6973, P. 5.

Ambrotypes.—Improvement on the Patent taken at R. A. Lewis’, 142 Chatham street.  Call and see his beautiful specimens.  Pupils instructed in the art.

1855 October 4.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 4, 1855, Whole No. 6976, P. 5.

Ambrotypes Beautifully Colored, an Improvement on the patent.  Also Photographs and Daguerreotypes in every style of the art, at R. A. Lewis’ 142 Chatham street.

1855 October 11.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 11, 1855, Whole No. 6983, P. 5.

The Fortunes of a Beautiful Woman would be secured, if her ambrotype should fall into the possession of a man of wealth and taste.  That kind of pictures is taken by R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street.

1855 October 12.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 12, 1855, Whole No. 6984, P. 4.

Splendid Exhibition Free to the Public.—Please call and see those lovely ambrotypes and photographs at the gallery of R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street.  Those wishing instructions will make immediate application.

1855 October 17.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 17, 1855, Whole No. 6989, P. 5.

Old Deacon Stebbins, of Podunk Village, says that the ambrotypes of R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street, can’t be beat.  Instructions are given in the art.

1855 October 18.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 18, 1855, Whole No. 6990, P. 5.

The Greatest Tragedian of the Age is Our own dear Ned Forrest; he beats the world as an actor, and R. A. Lewis at 142 Chatham street, beats the world on ambrotypes.  That’s so!

1855 October 20.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 20, 1855, Whole No. 6992, P. 5.

Great Excitement in the Sixth Ward.—It has just been decided that R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street, can beat the world on ambrotypes.  All are delighted.  Go and visit him, by all means.  Instruction given to all pupils.

1855 October 26.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 26, 1855, Whole No. 6998, P. 5.

Strangers just from the Cars.—By all means call upon R. A. Lewis, at 142 Chatham street.  His ambrotypes astonish everybody.  They are splendid.  Instructions given in the art.

1855 October 31.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 31, 1855, Whole No. 7003, P. 4.

Clear Toned Ambrotypes.—The finest Specimens of this beautiful art are taken every day by R. A. Lewis, No. 142 Chatham street.  The public will do well to call and examine specimens.  Instruction given to all pupils.

Advertisement ran on October 31 & November 1, 1855.

1855 November 2.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 2, 1855, Whole No. 7005, P. 4.

A Notorious Fact, and You Know It.—The ambrotypes taken by R. A. Lewis, at 142 Chatham street, excel anything of the kind in New York.  Pupils instructed in the art.

1855 November 7.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 7, 1855, Whole No. 7010, P. 5.

Ambrotypes and Photographs.—The Public have decided that the best place to have them taken is at R. A. Lewis’, 142 Chatham street.  Pupils instructed in the art.

1855 November 10.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 10, 1855, Whole No. 7013, P. 5.

The Clearest Toned Ambrotypes, and the most brilliant are taken at R. A, Lewis’, 142 Chatham street.  Please call and see specimens.  Instructions given to pupils.

Ambrotypes.—These Beautiful and Much admired miniatures the best place in the city to procure them is at R. A. Lewis’s, 142 Chatham street.  Pupils instructed in the art.

1855 November 13.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 13, 1855, Whole No. 7016, P. 4.

Superb Ambrotypes.—These Brilliant Gems of art are taken in cloudy weather, as well as with a clear day, by R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street.  Pupils thoroughly taught on application.

1855 November 17.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 17, 1855, Whole No. 7020, P. 5.

The Superb Ambrotypes of R. A. Lewis, No. 142 Chatham street, were awarded a premium at the Fair of the American Institute.  These beautiful gems of art are taken equally as well in cloudy as clear weather.

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

Premium Ambrotypes—The Most Brilliant and beautifully colored are taken at R. A. Lewis’, 142 Chatham street.  Pupils instructed in all the latest improvements in the art.

1855 November 23.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 23, 1855, Whole No. 7026, P. 5.

The Magnificent Daguerreotypes Taken at R. A. Lewis’s, 142 Chatham street, are beautifully colored and have the appearance of the finest miniatures on ivory.  Pupils instructed in the art.

1855 November 24.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 24, 1855, Whole No. 7027, P. 5.

The Superb Ambrotypes Taken at R. A. Lewis’, 142 Chatham street, are beautifully colored and have the appearance of the finest miniatures on ivory.  Pupils instructed in the art.

1855 November 27.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 27, 1855, Whole No. 7030, P. 4.

The Gems of Ambrotypes Taken at R. A. Lewis’, 142 Chatham street, are the perfection of brilliant, fine toned and beautifully colored.  Pupils instructed in the art.

1855 November 29.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 29, 1855, Whole No. 7032, P. 5.

The Superb Ambrotypes Taken at R. A. Lewis’, 142 Chatham street, are gaining golden opinions by every one who sees them, for they are superior to any that are taken elsewhere.  Pupils instructed in the art.

1855 December 1.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 1, 1855, Whole No. 7034, P. 5.

Magnificent Ambrotypes.—The best place in the city to have them taken with all the late improvements, is at R. A. Lewis’s, 142 Chatham street.  Instruction given to pupils.

1855 December 4.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 4, 1855, Whole No. 7037, P. 5.

Brilliant Ambrotypes, Beautifully Colored.  The best place to have them taken is at R. A. Lewis’, 142 Chatham street.  Pupils instructed with all the late improvements in the art.

1855 December 19.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 19, 1855, Whole No. 7052, P. 4.

Gifts for the Holidays.—The Choice for this year are the beautiful ambrotypes taken by R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street.  No connection with any other gallery in the city.

1855 December 21.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 21, 1855, Whole No. 7054, P. 5.

Holiday Presents.—If You would Like to make a gift that would please and delight your friends go to R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street, and have your ambrotype taken.  They are perfect gems of art.

1855 December 22.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  December 22, 1855, Vol. XV, No. 4579, P. 8.

Handsome Ladies!—Pictures Taken Gratis!—The time fixed for the opening of Barnum’s Gallery Of Beauty has been extended for a short period $20,000 will be expended in Premiums to the 100 handsomest Ladies and for painting their portraits.  Highest prize $1,000.  For particulars see circulars at the Museum.  Daguerreotypes for this Gallery will be taken free of all expense to the sitter, if application be made to them immediately, by all the principal artists in the United States, including the following superior Daguerreotypist in the City of New York.

J. Gurney, No. 489 Broadway; M. M. Lawrence, No. 831 Broadway; S. Root, No. 363 Broadway;  Meade Brothers, No. 233 Broadway; R. Anson, No. 589 Broadway; Beckers & Piard, No. 264 Broadway; M. H. Kimball, No. 407 Broadway; J. W. Thompson, No. 315 Broadway, and 182 Fulton-st, Brooklyn; M. Kerston, No. 421 Broadway, cor. of canal; P. Welling, Cor. of Bleecker and Carmine-sts; P. G. Clark, No. 156 Bowery; Jullus Brill, No. 204 Chatham-st; R. A. Lewis, No. 142 Chatham Square.

1855 December 27.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 27, 1855, Whole No. 7060, P. 4.

New Years Presents.—Ambrotypes, Photographs, and daguerreotypes, with all the late improvements, taken at R. A. Lewis’, 142 Chatham street.  Prices moderate.  No connection with any other gallery.

1855 December 28.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 28, 1855, Whole No. 7061, P. 5.

The Dearest Object of Man’s [A? ration]  is a young and beautiful woman, and an ambrotype taken of her by R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street, is the next thing to it.  Call upon him.

1855 December 30.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 30, 1855, Whole No. 7063, P. 5.

Superb Ambrotypes—The Best in the City, are taken at R. A. Lewis’, 142 Chatham street—the most beautiful New Years present you can make to your friends.  No connection with any other gallery.

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

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

Lewis, Chatham Street — I had long heard of this artist and determined to give him a call. I was much pleased with his gallery. There were few specimens on hand, however, which show the superior skill of this gentleman. He ranks, however, I believe with the A No. l’s. [2]

1856 January 5.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 5, 1856, Whole No. 7068, P. 5.

Ambrotypes, Beautifully Colored or Plain.  The best in the city are taken at R. A. Lewis’, 142 Chatham street.  Pupils instructed at a moderate price.

1856 January 23.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 23, 1856, Whole No. 7086, P. 5.

Superb Ambrotypes, Plain or Colored, Price one dollar, taken at R. A. Lewis’, 142 Chatham street, opposite National theatre.  No connection with any other gallery.

1856 January 24.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 24, 1856, Whole No. 7087, P. 4.

Splendid Ambrotypes, Colored or Plain.  Price $1.  Photographs, whole size, $3; taken at R. A. Lewis’s, 142 Chatham st., opposite National theatre.  No connection with any other gallery.

1856 January 25.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 25, 1856, Whole No. 7088, P. 5.

Splendid Ambrotypes, Colored or Plain.  Price $1.  Photographs, whole size, $3; taken at R. A. Lewis’s, 142 Chatham st., opposite National theatre.  No connection with any other gallery.  Wanted a first rate daguerreotype artist, none other need apply.

1856 January 26.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 26, 1856, Whole No. 7089, P. 5.

Splendid Ambrotypes, Plain or Colored.  From $1 to $6;  Photographs, $3; daguerreotypes, large size, 50 cents, at R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham st., opposite National theatre.  No connection with any other gallery.

1856 February 4.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  February 4, 1856, Whole No. 7098, P. 5.

The Splendid Ambrotypes Taken by R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street, opposite the National theatre, are admitted by everybody that they are perfect gems of art.  Prices, $1 to $6.  No connection with any other gallery.

1856 October 20.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 20, 1856, Whole No. 7356, P. 5.

Photographs by a New Process, in from five to ten seconds, at R. A. Lewis’, 142 Chatham street.  Pupils instructed.

Advertisement ran on October 20 & 21, 1856.

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

Photographs, by a New Process, In Five seconds sitting.  Ambrotypes instantaneous, with the same bath and collodion.  Instruction given, or the formula sent by mail.  R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street. 

Advertisement ran on October 26 & 29, 1856.

1856 November 9.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 9, 1856, Whole No. 7376, P. 5.

Photographs, by a New Process, In Five seconds sitting;  ambrotypes instantaneous, with the same bath and collodion.  Printed Instruction sent by mail on receipt of $5.  R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street. 

Advertisement ran on November 9 & 10, 1856.

1856 November 24.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 24, 1856, Whole No. 7391, P. 5.

Photographs, by a New Process, Taken in five seconds sitting.  Ambrotypes instantaneous. Printed Instruction sent by mail on receipt of $5.  R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street. 

Advertisement ran on November 24 & 25, 1856.

1856 December 16.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 16, 1856, Whole No. 7413, P. 5.

Cabinet Ambrotypes, Beautifully Colored, only 50 cents; photographs $1, at R. A. Lewis, 142 Chatham street. 

Advertisement ran on December 16 & 17, 1856.

1857 December 15.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 15, 1857, Whole No. 7775, P. 5.

Splendid Photographs only $1, at R. A. Lewis’, 142 Chatham street, opposite the theatre.

1858.  New York City Directory.  (New York, New York.)  1858-1859, advertisements P. 7.

R. A. Lewis, Photographs, Ambrotypes, And Daguerreotypes, 142 Chatham, opposite Theatre.  Large Size Photographs, $1.  Duplicates, 50 cts.

Caution to the public.—As a certain individual, not far from 142 Chatham Street, has been in the habit of representing himself as Mr. Lewis, in order to secure the paltry price of a picture from persons who inadvertently stray into his rooms, in looking for the long established Gallery of R. A. Lewis, I take this method of notifying that I have but One Gallery, which is at 142 Chatham St.  By bearing this fact in mind, Deception will be avoided.  Richard A. Lewis, 142 Chatham St., opp. the National Theatre.

Lewis & Moits [Motts] celebrated Positive and Negative Collodions, wholesale and retail.

1859.  New York City Directory.  (New York, New York.)  1859-1860, advertisements P. 7.

R. A. Lewis, Photographs, Ambrotypes, And Daguerreotypes, 142 Chatham, opposite Theatre.  Large Size Photographs, $1.  Duplicates, 50 cts.

Caution to the public.—As a certain individual, not far from 142 Chatham Street, has been in the habit of representing himself as Mr. Lewis, in order to secure the paltry price of a picture from persons who inadvertently stray into his rooms, in looking for the long established Gallery of R. A. Lewis, I take this method of notifying that I have but One Gallery, which is at 142 Chatham St.  By bearing this fact in mind, Deception will be avoided.  Richard A. Lewis, 142 Chatham St., opp. the National Theatre.

Lewis & Holt’s celebrated Positive and Negative Collodions, wholesale and retail.

New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  published by John Fowler Trow.

1851.  Not listed.

1852.  Dago’types—142 Chatham—h-331 Grand.

1853.  Daguerreotypes—142 Chatham—h-20 Mott.

1854.  Daguerreotypes—142 Chatham—h-20 Mott.

1855.  Daguerreian—142 Chatham—h-18 Mott.

1856.  Daguerreotypist—142 Chatham—h-18 Mott.

1857.  Daguerreotypes—142 Chatham—h-Brooklyn.

1858.  Daguerrean—142 Chatham.

1859.  Photographer—142 Chatham—h-96 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1860.  Photographs—152 Chatham—h-Brooklyn.

1861.  Photographs—152 Chatham—h-Brooklyn.

1862.  Photographs—152 Chatham—h-96 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1863.  Photographs—152 Chatham—h-96 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1863.  Photographs—160 Chatham (Old No. 152.)—h-96 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1864.  Photographs—160 Chatham (Old No. 152.)—h-96 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1865.  Photographs—160 Chatham (Old No. 152.)—h-96 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1866.  Photographs—160 Chatham (Old No. 152.)—h-96 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1867.  Photographs—160 Chatham (Old No. 152.)—h-96 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1868.  Photographs established 1839—2d ave., 3d Ave., East Broadway, Bleecker street & new Bowery cars pass the door, 158, 160, & 162 Chatham—h-96 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1869.  Photographs established 1839—2d ave., 3d Ave., East Broadway, Bleecker street & new Bowery cars pass the door, 158, 160, & 162 Chatham—h-96 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1870.  Photographs established 1839—2d ave., 3d Ave., East Broadway, Bleecker street & new Bowery cars pass the door, 158, 160, & 162 Chatham—h-96 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1871.  Photographs established 1839—2d ave., 3d Ave., East Broadway, Bleecker street & new Bowery cars pass the door, 158, 160, & 162 Chatham—h-126 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1872.  Photographs established 1839—2d ave., 3d Ave., East Broadway, Bleecker street & new Bowery cars pass the door, 158, 160, & 162 Chatham—h-126 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1873.  Photographs established 1839—2d ave., 3d Ave., East Broadway, Bleecker street & new Bowery cars pass the door, 158, 160, & 162 Chatham—h-126 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1874.  Photographs established 1839—2d ave., 3d Ave., East Broadway, Bleecker street & new Bowery cars pass the door, 158, 160, & 162 Chatham—h-96 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1875.  Photographs—160 Chatham—h-126 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1876.  Photographs—160 Chatham—h-126 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1877.  Photographs—160 Chatham—h-126 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1878.  Photographer—160 Chatham—h-Brooklyn.

1879.  Photographs—160 Chatham—h-126 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1880.  Photographer—160 Chatham—h-126 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1881.  Photographs—160 Chatham—h-126 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1882.  Photographs—160 Chatham—h-126 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1883.  Photographs—160 Chatham—h-126 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1884.  Photographer—160 Chatham—h-126 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1885.  Photographs—160 Chatham—h-126 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1886.  Photographs—190 Park Row—h-126 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1887.  Photographs—61 Bond—h-126 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1888.  Photographs—61 Bond—h-126 Cumberland, Brooklyn.

1889.  Not listed.

1890.  Photographs—61 Bond—h-Brooklyn.

1891.  Not listed.

[1] Old No. 152 Chatham Street.

Legal, Eugene

Daguerreotype plate importer, Retailer, , , ,

1845                William Street, New York, New York.

1846                54 Beaver Street, New York, New York

1847-1853       86 William Street, New York, New York.

1850 September 19.  New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 19, 1850, Whole No. 5945, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Plates.—For sale Cheap, A small consignment of Daguerreotype Plates.

Legal & Bouland, 86 William street, up stairs.

Advertisement ran on September 19 & 20, 1850.

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

Published by—John Doggett, Jr., 1854-1850.

Published by—Doggett & Rode, 1851.

Published by—John Fowler Trow1852-1855.

1844.  Not listed.

1845.  Importer–__ William, h-6 Beach.

1846.  Importer (Legal & Bouland)—54 Beaver, h-Hoboken.

1847.  Importer (Legal & Bouland)—86 William, h-Hoboken.

1848.  Importer (Legal & Bouland)—86 William.

1849.  Importer (Legal & Bouland)—86 William.

1850.  Importer (Legal & Bouland)—86 William.

1851.  Importer (Legal & Bouland)—86 William.

1852.  Fancy Goods (Legal & Bouland)—86 William, h-237 Broadway.

1853.  Fancy Goods (Legal & Bouland)—86 William.

1854.  Secretary—4 Bowling Green, h-Judson’s House.

1855.  Not listed.

Hurlburt, J. O.

Retailer, Stereoviews, , ,

1858-1859       230 Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut.

1858 December 18.  The Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  December 18, 1858, Vol. XCV, No. 4900, P. 3.

Hurrah For The Holidays!  Grand Exhibition!  Will Open Tuesday Morning, Dec, 21st., Gifts for Everybody!  All who wish to procure Gifts for the approaching Holidays, should not fail to call and examine Hurlburt’s Splendid Stock of Holiday Goods, before purchasing elsewhere…

A Truly Splendid Present is a Stereoscope, and a set of Stereoscopic Views.  We have just received a large and splendid assortment of new Stereoscopes and Stereoscopic Views, and are able to offer beautiful Rosewood Stereoscopes with Mirrors.  Thirty Per Cent Lower than ever offered in this city before.

Among the New Views may be found New Groups, Statuary, Ruins, Landscapes, etc., on Paper and Glass—Also, New Views of Niagara Falls and vicinity, on Paper, Cheap.

Remember!  —That—  Hurlburt’s New Store, In Hungerford & Cone’s Block, a few doors north of the Post Office is the Great Depot For Holiday Goods!  The Present Season.

Call and see for yourselves.  We make no charge for Looking, and will be happy to see you.  Whether you buy or not.  J. O. Hurlburt.  230 Main Street, Hartford, Hungerford & Cone’s Block.

1858 December 30.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  December 30, 1858, Vol. 1, No. 224, P. 3.

Stereoscopes And Stereoscopic Pictures, in great variety, at Hurlburt’s.

1859 April 15.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  April 16, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 315, P. 3.

Stereoscopes.  Stereoscopes.  We have this day opened a splendid assortment of Stereoscopes in Rosewood and Morocco Cases.

Also, Just opened the largest assortment of Stereoscopic Pictures ever offered in this city, comprising Groups, Statuary, Ruins, Landscapes, on Paper and Glass.  They are very beautiful and from one of the most pleasing and instructive entertainments for the Family Circle.

Works of Art and objects of interest in Foreign Lands are brought through the medium of the Stereoscope to our very doors and within the reach of all.

Every family should have one.  Call and examine them at Hurlburt’s, Book, Stationery and Periodical Store, Hungerford & Cone’s Block.

1859 April 16.  The Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  April 16, 1859, Vol. XCVI, No. 4917, P. 3.

Stereoscopes!  Stereoscopes!  We have this day opened a splendid assortment of Stereoscopes in Rosewood and Morocco Cases.

—Also—Just opened the largest assortment of Stereoscopic Pictures ever offered in this city, comprising Groups, Statuary, Ruins, Landscapes, on Paper and Glass.  They are very beautiful and from one of the most pleasing and instructive entertainments for the Family Circle.

Works of Art and objects of interest in Foreign Lands are brought through the medium of the Stereoscope to our very doors and within the reach of all.

Every family should have one.  Call and examine them at Hurlburt’s, Book, Stationery and Periodical Store, Hungerford & Cone’s Block.

1859 May 20.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  May 20, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 344, P. 3.

Another Arrival.  This Day Received, Another Lot Of those Beautiful.

They are Not Equaled by any in This City and are at least fifteen per cent cheaper.  Also, a new lot of Stereoscopic Views.

Remember that the Headquarters for Stereoscopes and Stereoscopic Views,—Is At—Hurlburt’s, Book, Stationery and Periodical Store, Hungerford & Cone’s Block.

Geer, Charles G.

Retailer, Stereoviews, , , ,

1858-1859       256 Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut.

1858 April 10.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  April 10, 1858, Vol. 1, No. 1, P. 2.

Charles G. Geer, at No. 256 Main-st., (in the new Post Office building) keeps a great variety of books, stationery, &c.  Mr. Geer’s variety of writing paper is very complete, comprising every kind from foolscap to the finest ladies note.  He has left some samples on our desk, and we speak whereof we know.  In addition to a full assortment of books, Mr. Geer keeps on hand all the magazines and papers of the day, and our readers in want of literature of any sort will do well to call upon him.

1858 September 22.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  September 22, 1858, Vol. 1, No. 140, P. 3.

Open This Day Another supply of Stereoscopic Instruments, Of various sizes and prices.  Also, a beautiful assortment of Stereoscopic Views of Scenery, Statuary, together with a great variety of Groups, taken from life—sentimental, serious and humorous. 

Call and examine them at Chas. G. Geer’s No. 256 Main st., First door north Post Office.

1858 September 30.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  September 30, 1858, Vol. 1, No. 147, P. 2.

Now We Have Them.—Opened this day, the largest and most complete assortment of Stereoscopes and Stereoscopic Pictures ever before offered in this city.  Stereoscopes on Stands, with very fine lenses, in Morocco cases.  Our assortment of Pictures consist of American, English and European Views, Groups, Statuary, Vases, &c., &c.  If you are in want of Pictures that are really beautiful, call at Chas. G. Geer’s No. 256 Main street, first door north Post Office.

N. B.—We shall open to-morrow, a large assortment of Views and Stereoscopes just received from London, to which we invite attention.

Advertisement ran form September 30 to October 16, 1858.

1859 May 21.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  May 21, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 345, P. 3.

Stereoscopes And Pictures.—Wen have a Fine Assortment, Equal To Any Other In This City New Pictures Received Every Week.  Chas. G. Geer, First door north of Post-office.

Fabreguettes Fils, Eugene

Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Retailer, , , ,

1840-1847       61 Maiden Lane, Up Stairs, New York, New York.

1848-1852       73 William Street, Up Stairs, New York, New York.

1850 July 3.  The Evening Post.  (New York, New York.)  July 3, 1850, Vol. XLVII, P. 2.

French Fancy Articles.  E. Fabreguettes Fils & Morra, 73 William Street (Up Stairs.)  Would call the particular attention of buyers of Fancy Goods at wholesale, to their large and well selected stock; in it may be found a complete assortment of Purses, Suspenders, Guard Chains, Percussion Caps, Tooth Brushes, Bags, Studs, Brooches, Finger Rings, Agate Buttons, Twist and Dressing Combs, Game Bags, Power and Liquor Flasks, Daguerreotype Plates[1], Steel Beads, Tassels, Buckles and Slides, Oiled Silks, Fans, Gold Scales and Accordeons, of their own superior quality and make, each one of which is guaranteed to purchasers in perfect tone and finish.  Also constantly on hand, Paris Calf Skins of all the manufacturers, in entire cases only. 

Orders solicited for any description of Paris fancy goods and executed by their house in Paris, Rue Faubourg, St. Denis 23.

Advertisement ran from July 3 to September 3, 1850.

1852 July 20.  The Evening Post.  (New York, New York.)  July 20, 1852, Vol. LI, P. 2.

French Fancy Goods Adapted to the Fall Trade.  Hughes, Dupuy & Crehange, Successors to E. Fabreguettes Fils & Morra…

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

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-55 Laight.

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

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-55 Laight.

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

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-36 Walker.

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

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-36 Walker.

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

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-36 Walker.

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

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-36 Walker.

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

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-36 Walker.

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

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-47 Walker.

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

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—73 William—h-52 Walker.

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

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—73 William—h-23d Ave 8 & 9.

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

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Fancy Goods—(Fabreguettes, Eudene)—73 William—h-86 w 23d.

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

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—73 William—h-227 w 23d.

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

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—73 William—h-227 w 23d.

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

Not Listed.

[1] This is the only advertisement that mentions Daguerreotype plates.  First advertisement appear on December 28, 1841.  

Eaton, S. B.

Retailer, Stereoviews, , , ,

1858                Franklin Bookstore, 115 Central Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.

1858 January 1.  Lowell Daily Journal and Courier.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  January 1. 1858, Vol. XXIII. No. 5499, P. 3.

Great Bargains In Books, Stationery and Fancy Articles.  The entire stock of goods in the Franklin Book Store, purchased of the Administrator of the late Oliver March’s estate, at a discount from cost, will be sold at Great Bargains, in order to make room for New Goods.  S, B. Eaton.  115 Central street.  oct19.

1858 December 8.  Lowell Daily Journal and Courier.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  December 8. 1858, Vol. XXIII. No. 5787, P. 3.

Stereoscopes and Stereoscopic Views for sale at the Franklin Bookstore.  S. B. Eaton.  Oct6.

Crittenden, N. E.

Daguerreian Stock and Materials, , ,

1843                Next Door, east of Franklin House, Cleveland, Ohio.

1845                31 Superior Street, Cleveland, Ohio.

1843 September 30.  The Cleveland Daily Herald.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  Vol. IX, No. 82, P. 2.

Just received 6 doz. Large Daguerreotype Plates of an excellent quality.  N. E. Crittenden.

Advertisement ran from September 30 to December 30, 1843.

1845 April 7.  Plain Dealer.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  April 7, 1845, Vol. 1, No. 1, P. 2.

N. E. Crittenden Offers for sale an extensive assortment of

Gold and Silver Lever Watches,

Gold and Silver Ancres and Lepines,

Gold and Silver Verge Watches,

Silver English Watches, double bottom’d & double cased,

Dunning’s time pieces and office clocks,

Marble, alabaster and ebony clocks,

Watch materials and tools of all kinds,

Jewelry, French and English Fancy Gods,

Daguerreotype plates, miniature cases, etc., etc.

All of which he offers at eastern prices.

Jewellers living in the country will do well to call and examine.  All orders from a distance promptly attended to.  apr7.

1845 May 19.  Plain Dealer.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  May 19, 1845, Vol. 1, No. 37, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Plates—A Good article at N. E. Crittenden’s. 

Cobb, J. B.

Retailer, Stereoviews, ,

1859                Address Unknown, Cleveland, Ohio.

1859 April 12.  Cleveland Morning Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  April 12, 1859, Vol. 13, No. 90, P. 3.

Stereoscopic Views.—Those of our readers who are fortunate enough to have in their house one of the beautiful instruments know as stereoscopes can appreciate any praise and notice of such articles.  The photographs which accompany these instruments seem pictures no longer.  The figures seen in very truth to stand out in as bold relief as flesh and blood could do, and to be tableaux of real life.  Appleton & Co., of New York, have published a great quantity and variety of these stereoscopic pictures, a large assortment of which are for sale by J. R. Cobb & Co.  These represent a great variety of subjects. One set of half a dozen or more capitally illustrated Miss Flora McFlimsy who had “Nothing to wear”—others present statuary, landscapes, negro life, family groups, &c., &c. No pleasanter amusement can be devised for a family taken a stereoscope with a dozen or two pictures. Call at Cobbs and select.

Carroll & Parmelee

Retailer, Stereotypes, Stereoviews, , , ,

1858-1859       14 Main Street, New London, Connecticut.

1859 January 6, 1859.  New London Weekly Chronicle.  (New London, Connecticut.)  January 6, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 526, P. 4.

Stereoscopes.  We have this day received an assortment of Stereoscopes forming one of the greatest Ornaments for the Parlor ever introduced.

Also, a large selection of Stereoscopic Views.  Among which may be found “The Honeymoon,”  “Chatean de St. Cloud,”  “Palace Views,”  “Jardin Exposition,”  “Hotel de Paris,”  St. Oner,” &c. Carroll & Parmelee, 14 Main Street.  aug24.

George H. H. Silsby

Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Retailer, , , ,

1857                115 Main Street, opposite the Depot, Concord, New Hampshire.

George H. H. Silsby appeared in two advertisement.  The first advertisement which appeared on March 30, 1840 in the New Hampshire Patriot and State Gazette (Concord, New Hampshire) and is included to establish his first name.  Hereafter their first names do not appear in the advertisements I have looked at.   Co-Partnership Notice.  The subscriber have formed a connection in business under the firm of Stearns, Morrills & Silsby, for the purpose of Publishing, Binding and Bookselling, and have taken the room I the 2nd story of Low’s Block formerly occupied by L. B. & L. M. Morrill, where they may be found at all times to answer to orders in their line of business.  Chas. H. Stearns, L. B. Morrill, L. M. Morrill, Geo. H. H. Silsby.  Concord, March 1, 1840.

The second advertisement ran from January 1 to July 30, 1857 in the Independent Democrat (Concord, New Hampshire).  To Daguerreotypist.  The subscribers have on hand and for sale a supply of materials for the use of Daguerrian Artists, consisting of Cases, Plates, Mats, Preservers, Rotten Stone, &c., &c.

They intend to keep a full supply of the above articles on hand, which will be sold as low, at least, as can be purchased in Boston.  Orders, by mail or otherwise, solicited.  Morrill & Silsby, 115 Main St., opposite the Depot.

George H. H. Silsby does not appear in other photographic directories and continues to publish advertisements starting in 1841 as Morrill & Silsby as publishers and bookbinders.