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Antique & Vintage Original Photographs – Lot of 4 – John H. Burton Family Collection
Wonderful collection of four antique and vintage photographs featuring early American family history, period clothing, studio portraits, and an unusual St. Louis automobile souvenir photograph.
Included in this lot:
1. John Burton & Friend Photograph
* Vintage black-and-white photograph of two gentlemen dressed in suits, standing behind a decorative railing.
* Handwritten inscription on front reads “John Burton & Friend.”
* Postcard-style reverse with visible staining and ink marks.
2. John H. Burton Group Photograph
* Sepia-toned outdoor photograph featuring two men and two women in period clothing and hats.
* Decorative handwritten heading reads “John H. Burton.”
* Handwritten identification on reverse references Burton family members.
* Interesting early American family and fashion history.
3. “Seeing Saint Louis” Automobile Souvenir Photograph
* Antique group photograph featuring five people posed in an early automobile-style studio prop.
* Vehicle displays the words “SEEING SAINT LOUIS.”
* Period clothing, elaborate women’s hats, and early motoring imagery.
* Handwritten names around the photograph.
* Undivided vintage-style postcard back.
4. George Burton Portrait
* Sepia-toned studio portrait of a young gentleman in a suit and tie.
* Decorative embossed cardboard mount with scalloped edges.
* Handwritten name “George Burton” on reverse.
Condition:
All four photographs show age-related wear consistent with their apparent age, including fading, discoloration, scratches, surface marks, corner wear, and staining. One postcard has noticeable ink and adhesive-like residue on the reverse
L19-22
