CHOATE, John N. (1848-1902), photog. CDV of two identified Indian Wars era soldiers. Carlisle, PA.
Sale 1194 - American Historical Ephemera & Photography Online
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Jun 26, 2023
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Jul 7, 2023
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CHOATE, John N. (1848-1902), photog. CDV of two identified Indian Wars era soldiers. Carlisle, PA.
2 1/4 x 3 13/16 in. CDV on cardstock mounts (toning, few abrasions, creases including significant crease to right side extending full length of CDV; mount with some discoloration and light wear to edges and corners). Choate's imprint on verso along with pencil identification of the two troopers, "Joseph Ogilby - Right / Norm Porter - Left."
The two men stand in a studio before a painted background made to look like the outdoors. They both wear crossed rifle insignia on their caps and hold bayonetted rifles to their sides.
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