Likely around the Homesteader Acts that preceded the Dust Bowl. Man on right appears to joke with a gold pan on his head. One of the largest and hardest to document migrations in American history....
Exceptional details in the workers portrait and strong contrast, its mate leaning sepia with motion blur that feels almost intentional. PR measures 3.5 x 5.5”, nice condition with impression to one corner and gelatin haze along...
Reminiscent of the best industrial era photographers, fine details and strong tonal b/w contrast in person. Annotated by an in house / professional of a steel or iron company, likely Ohio. Measures 5 x 7", nice condition...
Beautiful evidence. Late 19th century clothing to denim overalls being worked hard. Early snapshot measures 3 x 4 1/8", b/w tonal in person with heavy gelatin at edges. Scrapbook residue to back of heavy stock. ...