Rare Original Photo of c.1890s COTTON MARKET MONTGOMERY ALABAMA

Description: Rare Original c.1905 Print Card-Mounted Gelatin Silver Photograph COTTON MARKET [c.1890s] MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA The Philadelphia Museums Depicts the Cotton Market in Montgomery, Alabama c.1890s. Shows independent Black farmers with their mule carts loaded with bales of cotton in Court Square outside the Alex Rice Men's Tailor & Clothier Store (just before the store relocated). The view is looking southwest, with Montgomery Street at the far right. The following stores are also visible in the picture: Jacobs and E. C. Andrew Drugs, J. E. Maddox Wholesale/Retail, S. H. Kress & Co. (five-and-ten store), Charles Hann (footwear), Alex Rice, Capitol Clothing Store, and Simon Gassenheimer.The photo itself is early card-mounted gelatin silver (similar to a cabinet card), approx. 9¼" x 7", on a 12" x 9½" mount, which is stamped "The Philadelphia Museums." The rear of the mount is printed with a detailed description of what is portrayed in the photograph. The Philadelphia Museums Photo Series: This card comes from a series created c.1905 by the Philadelphia Commercial Museum (originally known as The Philadelphia Museums), which opened in 1893 with the aim to extend America’s trading empire by instructing the public in global markets, tastes, and methods of manufacturing. The museum developed a collection of raw materials, products, and machines, as well as photographs to illustrate complex industries. This photographic series was produced specifically for the teaching of commercial geography in Pennsylvania's public school system, with the aim of preparing America’s future brokers and manufacturers. [ CONDITION... ]- In lovely antique condition, from a non-smoking environment. Well preserved, with no signs of abuse and no moisture damage.- No issues with the photo itself. Hint of chipping at edges of the mount. - There is slight age curvature to the card, which is typical of large cabinet-card-style mounts. (See final photo.) A rare and lovely piece of history! The above is my good-faith attempt to disclose all noteworthy issues. Keep in mind that vintage/antique items always show their age. (Don't we all!?) It would be impossible to mention every tiny detail, so please expect that there will be something about this item (or lot) that's not perfect and may need touch-up. PLEASE SUPERSIZE ALL PHOTOS, AND ASK ALL QUESTIONS BEFORE BIDDING/BUYING. I'LL BE GLAD TO ANSWER. [ ALL ABOUT SHIPPING... ]DON'T OVERPAY FOR SHIPPING: U.S. purchasers, you can choose from various shipping options in this listing. Shipping costs vary dramatically depending on your Zip code, so choose the one that best suits your needs. I never inflate shipping to make hidden profits. If you believe the shipping is too high, please message me with your Zip code, and I'll be glad to double-check it for you!SHIPPING UPGRADES: At our discretion, we may upgrade your shipping to a different service at no additional charge to you ... provided it's rated the same (or faster) than the service you chose. If you do not wish to have your shipping choice upgraded, please message me as soon as you complete your purchase. INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: By default, international shipment is through eBay's Global Shipping Program, which means the shipping rate (cost) is determined by eBay -- outside my control. BUT ... If you live in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Israel, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, or U.K., message me to see whether there may be a cheaper alternative using Priority Post -- depending on the size and value of your parcel. COMBINED SHIPPING: I will gladly combine shipping if you contact me and request a combined invoice before paying ... and provided the items can travel safely in the same box. WHAT, NOTHING TO COMBINE!? Click here to visit my eBay store: "Saddle Mountain Treasures" (opens in a separate window/tab) ... where you'll find more top-quality antiques/collectibles/artwork/dolls/and more! [Blurb required by eBay for cell phone users:] *** PLEASE VIEW THE FULL DESCRIPTION BEFORE BIDDING. IT CONTAINS VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION. THANK YOU. *** If you are on a mobile device, click "Read More." Or, if you see a "Full Description" button, click on that.

Price: 114.99 USD

Location: Newark, Delaware

End Time: 2024-11-09T21:44:15.000Z

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