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Lot 176 - Trio Of Antique Boarded Photographs Including Dairy Cattle, Horse Racing Scene, And Large Outdoor Group Portrait, Circa Early 1900s
Lot 176 - Trio Of Antique Boarded Photographs Including Dairy Cattle, Horse Racing Scene, And Large Outdoor Group Portrait, Circa Early 1900s
Lot 176 - Trio Of Antique Boarded Photographs Including Dairy Cattle, Horse Racing Scene, And Large Outdoor Group Portrait, Circa Early 1900s
Grouping of three antique photographs mounted on board stock, depicting early 20th century agricultural and social scenes. The first photograph shows a large herd of dairy cattle in a farmyard with barn and trees visible in the background. The second photograph captures a horse racing or fair scene with a jockey on horseback being led past spectators and grandstand buildings. The third photograph is a large outdoor group portrait of approximately 40-50 people posed before a decorative pavilion or bandstand, featuring men in suits and women in white dresses and elaborate period hats typical of the 1900s-1910s era. All three photographs are mounted on period cardstock in varying tones of gray and tan with embossed borders. The photographs exhibit age-appropriate toning, minor foxing, and edge wear to mounts. Corner and edge losses present on some mounts. A fascinating trio documenting rural American life and social gatherings from the early 20th century. Boards measure 10" x 8" and 10-5/8" x 7-5/8".
Auction Date: 01/22/2026
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