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Lot 018 - Antique Board-Mounted Photograph Depicting Funeral Of Charles D. Brown, Died March 29, 1921, Home Parlor Setting With Casket And Floral Arrangements
Lot 018 - Antique Board-Mounted Photograph Depicting Funeral Of Charles D. Brown, Died March 29, 1921, Home Parlor Setting With Casket And Floral Arrangements
Lot 018 - Antique Board-Mounted Photograph Depicting Funeral Of Charles D. Brown, Died March 29, 1921, Home Parlor Setting With Casket And Floral Arrangements
This board-mounted photograph documents the funeral of Charles D. Brown, who died March 29, 1921, held in a home parlor prior to the widespread use of funeral homes. The image shows a casket surrounded by elaborate floral arrangements and wreaths positioned throughout the room. Framed portraits hang on the walls above the casket, and a chandelier is visible overhead. The parlor features period furnishings including a decorative bench or settee and patterned room-size rug. The photograph is affixed to a layered cardboard mount with tan outer border and brown inner mat. The mount shows edge wear, corner damage, and surface soiling consistent with age. Handwritten ID on verso.
Auction Date: 01/08/2026
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