Canadian Arts, Culture & History

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LOT 48

Lot 48

16 Photographic Views of Coastal Labrador by Daniel H. Talbot, August, 1882

16 Photographic  Views of Coastal Labrador by Daniel H. Talbot, August, 1882
Lot 48 Details
16 Photographic Views of Coastal Labrador by Daniel H. Talbot, August, 1882

each an albumin print mounted on card stock with photographer's titled and dated label applied verso
each 4.75 x 8 in — 12.1 x 20.3 cm

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $187.50
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16 Photographic  Views of Coastal Labrador by Daniel H. Talbot, August, 1882
  • 16 Photographic  Views of Coastal Labrador by Daniel H. Talbot, August, 1882
Note:

Daniel H. Talbot was an eccentric wealthy amateur naturalist, collector, and photography enthusiast from Sioux City, Iowa. In the late summer of 1882, Talbot organised and funded a private scientific and collecting expedition to the remote coast of Labrador travelling alongside notable young scientists of the era, collecting ornithological specimens, mapping terrain, and documenting the local landscapes via photography.

CONDITION DETAILS

In good condition

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