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CDV of a famous Quaker preacher, Caroline Talbott, in traditional quaker dress Rare to find a photo of a quaker during this time period.She wasa highly prominent and celebrated Quaker minister and evangelist of the 19th century.
Historical records specifically note that Caroline Talbott was famous for traveling and preaching while stubbornly remaining \"dressed in old fashioned Quaker garb\" long after others had stopped.
Her Legacy: Born in America, she married Kinsey Talbott in 1844. She became an influential traveling minister, embarking on religious \"concerns\" to preach across the United States and Great Britain, focusing heavily on rescue work for the poor, marginalized communities, and prisoners. Upon her passing, she was laid to rest in the Quaker Cemetery in Mount Pleasant, Ohio.
This CDV is fresh from a Civil War era photo album and has not been in circulation.
Why This CDV is Rare : Religious Beliefs Against Vanity
- Avoiding Pride: Strict Quakers believed that sitting for a photograph was a form of self-admiration.
- Exalting the Spirit: Church teachings warned against \"exalting the creature,\" meaning people should focus on their inner spiritual life rather than their physical appearance.
- Wasting Money: Spending money on commercial photographs of oneself was viewed as a frivolous and worldly expense.
These CDV\'s are over 100 yrs old and so typically have slight defects, discoloration or corner wear. If there\'s anything major I will call it out otherwise use the pictures posted to make your own assessment. I don\'t post anything that has extreme issues. Most are in very nice shape for their age.
