Description

This original antique photo is from a collection of antique photographs mostly from between 1880 and 1910 acquired from a large antique collection. The vast majority of the photos in this collection originate from throughout New York state and cover everything from portraits to landscapes. Type & Size: A 4x7 inches original photograph. Condition: Over 100 years old and definitely shows signs of age. Some photos in this collection have tears, fading, coloring, foxing, and other imperfections. Please take a close look at the provided photos to see precisely what the condition is like. This antique photograph features three individuals posed together, likely taken in a studio-setting by Sullivan Bros. in Hudson, New York. The central figure is a woman seated, wearing a dark dress with a bustle, and the two figures on either side are younger, one in a vest and trousers, and the other in a light dress. The ambiance and the attire suggest the photo was taken during the late 19th century, capturing a moment of familial or friendly connection. Sullivan Bros. was a known photography studio in the late 19th century, and their work often reflected the social customs of the time. This photograph may have been taken during a special occasion or family gathering, as portraits were common for preserving memories in an era when photographs were becoming increasingly popular. The details of their clothing and the ambiance could give clues about their social status and the period in which they lived. The back of the photo contains the text: **Sullivan Bros.** **425 Warren Street,** **Hudson, N. Y.** **The Negative of this Photograph is preserved for future orders and can be reduced for the smallest locket or enlarged up to life-size and finished in Crayon, Ink or Water Color.**