Lot 125 - Grouping of Four Antique Board-Mounted Occupational Photographs of a Stone Carver Sculpting a Fountain, Inscribed Charles Le Page, Carved for Mr. Barney, on Eastman Kodak Mounts

Lot 125 - Grouping of Four Antique Board-Mounted Occupational Photographs of a Stone Carver Sculpting a Fountain, Inscribed Charles Le Page, Carved for Mr. Barney, on Eastman Kodak MountsGrouping of four antique board mounted photographs depicting a stone carver at work outdoors, sculpting what appears to be a decorative fountain. Three photographs show the same man in a striped shirt and hat, seated beside and actively chiseling a stone sculpture in a grassy outdoor setting with trees and outbuildings visible in the background. Each image captures the work at a different stage of progress, with a figural element taking shape at the

The shadowbox retains its original wood back and appears sealed with linen on the verso

53 State St

and studio novelty photography of the late 19th and early 20th centuries

Both sides are fully posable

marching in formation before spectators

Antique hand-stitched needlework embroidery depicting a pastoral courting scene of a Scottish couple in traditional dress beneath a tree

This lovely example was produced Gerold-Porzellan of Bavaria and was Made in Germany

The case shows wear along the edges and spine

There are two additional spots for photos on the interior of the locket

Charming handmade piece with light wear consistent with age and use

Staining visible on fore edge

a Native American symbol for prosperity