On this day (September 3) in the year 1853, the following three
advertisements appeared in the "Illustrated News" (New York; Vol.II,
No.36):
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D A G U E R R E A N E S T A B L I S H M E N T. --
BRADY'S new and extensive Daguerrean Establishment,
259 BROADWAY, over Thompson's Saloon, has been recently com-
pleted, and the public are invited to view the many improvements
combined in this magnificent gallery. The proprietor has no hesita-
tions in claiming advantages possessed by no similar establishment
either in this country of in Europe. The facilities for the production
of first class pictures are unrivaled. An additional building has been
erected, by which the Reception Saloon, Ladies' Dressing Room, and
Operating rooms are on the same floor; thus forming a new and
most desirable arrangement.
This Gallery, in connection with the old Gallery, corner of Fulton
and Broadway, contain a matchless collection of Daguerreotypes of
American and European celebrities, unparalleled on this continent. In
addition to various Medals received in New York for the best daguer-
reotype, a Medal was awarded at the World's Fair, in London, 1851.
BRADY'S DAGUERREAN GALLERY.
205 and 359 Broadway
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C R A Y O N P I C T U R E S. ---- The exquisitely
desirable Crayon Daguerreotype is taken in full perfection, in
any weather, by ROOT, No. 363 Broadway. By the way, We would
caution Daguerreian Artists against taking these pictures in any other
establishment, since Root owns the patent for this region, and will be
sure to prosecute all infringements.
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C O L O R E D D A G U E R R E O T Y P E S . -- The
Public are invited to GURNEY'S magnificent Daguerrean
Gallery, 349 Broadway, and examine his new style of Colored Da-
guerreotypes, a new feature in the art, which he recently pro-
duced. Also a fine Daguerreotype FRANKLIN PIERCE, with a host
of other celebrities.
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--- Now for a couple of 20th century notices of daguerreian concern:
(Please pardon me for the departure of my typical format, but I felt
these were of sufficient interest to warrant notification; I don't
intend to do this often.)
Don't miss the September issue of the "Magazine Antiques." The cover
features a daguerreotype from the exhibition "Secrets of the Dark
Chamber." Inside are some great illustrations of daguerreotypes to
accompany John Wood's article regarding the scenic daguerreotype (a
preview of his soon-to-be-released book.)
Bill Becker has informed me that he has an article regarding the
daguerreotype in the October issue of "The Maine Antique Digest." (I'm
keeping my eyes peeled for when it hits the news stand!)
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Grant Romer sent me the following notice:
GEORGE EASTMAN HOUSE /HISTORIC PROCESS WORKSHOP /Rochester, New York
The Daguerreotype Process: An Interactive Seminar
Saturday October 14, 1995 or Sunday October 15, 1995
Two one-day workshops, in the ongoing series of workshops on the
practice and preservation of historic photographic processes. This
workshop deals specifically with the materials and processes involved in
the making of a daguerreotype.
Practicing daguerreotypist Ken Nelson will demonstrate the procedures
used in the making of a daguerreotype and, weather permitting, will
produce a daguerreotype image during the workshop. He will also provide
practical guidance to aspiring practitioners of this process as well as
information on suppliers of materials needed.
Grant Romer, Director of Conservation and Museum Studies, and a
practicing daguerreotypist, will discuss the history and preservation of
daguerreian images.
There will be hands-on participation at this workshop, including
polishing and fuming of the plate.
-------$100 general public, $90 to Museum Members.-------
For more information or to register, call (716) 271-3361 (ext. 218).
Enrollment is limited to 15 people per workshop so register early to
reserve a space on your preferred day!
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Lastly, I wanted to pass along an inquiry sent to me from Carlos
Vertanessian of Argentina:
I wanted to let any Daguerrean collector/historian colleague
interested on Vance's carrier, learn about a "discovery" I believe might
be useful to them. Should this information be already known, just do not
discourage me please as it is hard finding these leads down here!!
A 1/2 plate magnificent Dag by W.G. Helsby with a terrific leather
case with a front gold inscription reading:
"W.G.HELSBY
REPUBLICA DE CHILE
RETRATISTA
VALPARAISO"
which I recently laid hands on, had a binding tape of a very interesting
type: it was a printed paper strip from Vance's and Mason's, Valparaiso
studio/publishing company?
I was able to clearly reconstruct the following text :
"VALPARAISO:
Imprenta de Vance y Mason: Calle de LA ADUANA NUM. 113.
Febrero de 1850."
WE THE PEOPLE OF CALIFORNIA,...
FOR OUR FREEDOM IN ORDER T...
" Sec.1. Every white male citizen of the United States, and every
white male citizen of Mexico, who shall have elected to become a citizen
of the United States, under the treaty of peace exchanged and ratified
At Queretaro, on the 30th day of May, 1848, of the age of twenty-one
years, who shall have been a resident of the State six months next
preceding the election, and the country or district in which he claims
his..."
The text continues on the other side of the strip and there is a
title in bolt letters I believe it says "CONSTITUTION" , as it is cut in
half horizontally.
It is my understanding that Vance printed this CONSTITUTION (?)
during his stay in Chile before leaving for good to the States later on
1850. We know Helsby brothers bought Vance`s studio right next to theirs
right after his departure, and apparently started making good use of his
archi-rival's "leftovers" as binding tape!!
Is this of interest to anybody? Is there something new about this
information? Why was he editing this Constitution in Chile? Was his
association to Mason clearly established like this before?
Response to Carlos' inquiry should be made directly to him at:
VVertanessian@intlink.com
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Posted for your enjoyment. Gary W. Ewer
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