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CDV – 23rd NY CAPTAIN WITH NEW YORK STATE BELT PLATE

CDV – 23rd NY CAPTAIN WITH NEW YORK STATE BELT PLATE

This carte-de-visite features an unnamed Captain with a New York State belt plate.  “23” is visible on his kepi, most likely making him an officer of the 23rd New York. The image is mounted to a… (2025-1074). Learn More »

RARE CDV – GENERAL STEPHEN HURLBUT

RARE CDV – GENERAL STEPHEN HURLBUT

General Hurlbut was as controversial as they come.  Using a well-connected network to further his career, he went on to Corps command and eventually overall command of the Department of the Gulf. … (2025-1059). Learn More »

RARE CDV – GENERAL EDWIN HENRY STOUGHTON CAVALRY

RARE CDV – GENERAL EDWIN HENRY STOUGHTON

On September 25, 1861 he entered the Volunteer service, being appointed Colonel and commander of the 4th Vermont Volunteer Infantry. He led his unit in the Spring 1862 Peninsular Campaign,… (2025-1063). Learn More »

CDV – LT. CHARLES BROCKWAY, 47th NEW YORK INFANTRY – GIFTED, SIGNED, AND DATED, 1862, SC

CDV – LT. CHARLES BROCKWAY, 47th NEW YORK INFANTRY – GIFTED, SIGNED, AND DATED, 1862, SC

Charles enlisted at age 23 in New York City on 12/19/1861 as a 1st Lieutenant. By 4/9/1862, he was commissioned into "G" Co. New York 47th Infantry. He served honorably until his discharge on… (2025-1101). Learn More »

CDV – GENERAL JUDSON KILPATRICK

CDV – GENERAL JUDSON KILPATRICK

While recognized for his adept handling of logistics, he was famously derided by those who served under him as a needlessly aggressive and reckless commander – often at the unnecessary expense of… (2025-903). Learn More »

RARE CDV – GENERAL FRANCIS J. HERRON

RARE CDV – GENERAL FRANCIS J. HERRON

The Civil War saw many common men elevated to the status of hero, and Francis Jay Herron was one of these men. Herron would rise from his position of bank clerk before the war, to a Major General and… (2025-1013). Learn More »

CDV OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN

CDV OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN

This more uncommonly seen style of Lincoln Carte-de-Visite is a period image of a pre-existing lithograph or engraving of the President. The image is mounted to a card with a light blue lined border… (2025-1053). Learn More »

CARTE-DE-VISITE – GENERAL GEORGE CUSTER

CARTE-DE-VISITE – GENERAL GEORGE CUSTER

This rare CDV features a bust portrait of George Custer, very likely circa 1865. The condition is quite good, with only minor gluing bleed through from the mounting card to the photo and minimal… (2025-828). Learn More »

CDV PHOTOGRAPH – WILLIAM STROM, 3rd PA HEAVY ARTILLERY

CDV PHOTOGRAPH – WILLIAM STROM, 3rd PA HEAVY ARTILLERY

William B. Strom enlisted on 10/8/1862 as a Private, and on 11/8/1862, he mustered into Company F of the 3rd Pennsylvania Heavy Artillery.  Near war’s end, as the ranks of the 3rd remained swollen… (2025-1476). Learn More »

CDV PHOTO – CAPTAIN WILLIAM BROCKENBROUGH, 40th VIRGINIA

CDV PHOTO – CAPTAIN WILLIAM BROCKENBROUGH, 40th VIRGINIA

William Austin Brockenbrough enlisted on 6/4/1861 as a 1st Lieutenant and commissioned into Company E of the 40th Virginia Infantry. He was promoted to Adjutant on 3/31/1863 and transferred from… (2025-1470). Learn More »

CDV PHOTO OF GENERAL GEORGE WASHINGTON CULLUM

CDV PHOTO OF GENERAL GEORGE WASHINGTON CULLUM

A very nice photo of General Cullum in uniform. Three-quarter seated view. He is seen with regulation double-breasted frock with shoulder straps, officer’s sword belt, sword in lap, and a cape or… (2025-1022). Learn More »

CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL EDMUND KIRBY SMITH

CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL EDMUND KIRBY SMITH

A very fine cdv photograph of Smith in uniform. In this waist up view he wears a double-breasted General Officer’s frock coat with collar insignia partially visible under his beard and galloons on… (2025-1007). Learn More »

RARE COLLECTION OF NINE ALBUMEN PHOTOS OF FORT MORGAN IN 1864

RARE COLLECTION OF NINE ALBUMEN PHOTOS OF FORT MORGAN IN 1864

Offered here is a wonderful lot of nine mounted photographs recorded around Fort Morgan following the Battle of Mobile Bay. All the photographs are pasted to plain card-stock mounts, each measuring… (2025-1889). Learn More »

CDV OF “TOM THUMB” AND WIFE “MINNIE”

CDV OF “TOM THUMB” AND WIFE “MINNIE”

A fine cdv photograph of the two, both very well dressed. Appears to be a second-generation image “photo of a photo.” Image retains good contrast and is on a plain mount. There is no… (1266-1860). Learn More »

1889 STEREOVIEW CARD – LITTLE WAR EAGLE

1889 STEREOVIEW CARD – LITTLE WAR EAGLE

This dual image features a child named “War Eagle” standing in front of members of his proud Native tribe. He wears a feathered headdress and a breechcloth.  It is in good condition with light… (1266-853). Learn More »

CDV OF ROBERT E. LEE

CDV OF ROBERT E. LEE

CDV photograph of General Lee, commander of the Army of Northern Virginia. Standing view of Lee in Confederate uniform. The image features lesser quality and is a copy-shot or “pirate view” of an… (1189-147). Learn More »

VERY SCARCE CABINET CARD PHOTO – BALTIMORE COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS FACULTY

VERY SCARCE CABINET CARD PHOTO – BALTIMORE COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS FACULTY

College of Physicians and Surgeons was incorporated in 1872 with 43 students beginning classes that fall.  In 1878 it was merged with Washington University School of Medicine.  By 1880 the combined… (1266-881). Learn More »

GROUP OF 3 ID’D FRAMED PHOTOS – BIDDEFORD, ME; GAR IN FALMOUTH, MASS. 1905-1910; USS AGAWAM – SAMUEL TURNER 12th NEW HAMPSHIRE, US NAVY

GROUP OF 3 ID’D FRAMED PHOTOS – BIDDEFORD, ME; GAR IN FALMOUTH, MASS. 1905-1910; USS AGAWAM – SAMUEL TURNER 12th NEW HAMPSHIRE, US NAVY

This grouping of 3 antique photos includes one of GAR members standing in front a post, presumably in Falmouth.  An older, typed tag on the 2nd photo of GAR members posing in front of a building… (2025-650). Learn More »

½(HALF) PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE OF OLDER MAN, IN BRASS MAT

½(HALF) PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE OF OLDER MAN, IN BRASS MAT

This image features an extended bust view of an older gentleman in smart, period dress.  The image is framed by a brass mat and includes the case glass and a piece of heavy, older pasteboard… (1266-1028). Learn More »

CASED QUARTER PLATE TINTYPE: SOLDIER WITH FEZ POSED WITH FATHER

CASED QUARTER PLATE TINTYPE: SOLDIER WITH FEZ POSED WITH FATHER

This is a very clear ¼ plate tintype showing a soldier seated at left, wearing a military frock coat with brass buttons, light-blue tinted trousers and a fez with tassel. He rests one hand on the… (160-546). Learn More »


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