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    Posted 6 years ago

    yougottaha…
    (392 items)

    I know it's hard to keep smiling while you have to stay still for the early photos!! But the daughter on the left l hope is just asleep!!!! Father Mother and 3 daughters!! Scott can you help? Got this from a customer that said they used to say it was their very sad relatives. She really didn't know who they were???? Measures about 4 by 5"

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    Comments

    1. scottvez scottvez, 6 years ago
      At this point in photography (1890s), the process didn't involve long exposures.

      The pose with part of the group on the fence is interesting. I don't think the girl is asleep (or dead)!

      scott
    2. yougottahavestuff yougottahavestuff, 6 years ago
      Thank you Scott for the info!!
      Your collection is very interesting and your knowledge and help gives us
      insight into the past!!
      Tony
    3. scottvez scottvez, 6 years ago
      Thanks-- always glad to help out. Thanks also for your comments about my photos posted on CW.

      scott

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