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Up for sale is a rare original vintage 1940s black and white rectangular pocket snapshot in excellent condition. This exceptionally charming slice-of-life image captures a premier piece of canine interest: a beautifully marked, alert pet Boston Terrier dog with classic sharp cropped ears lounging on a backyard lawn blanket. Sitting right alongside the dog is a joyfully laughing baby or toddler wearing a period summer sunsuit, interacting on the grass. The background showcases an upscale domestic garden bed packed with mature flowers and hedges. Printed in a classic mid-century rectangular pocket format. A top-dollar acquisition for collectors of vintage Boston Terrier photography, antique dog breeds, and unique 1940s children/pet lifestyle snapshots.
Condition: Good vintage condition. The central focus on the dog and child is remarkably sharp with excellent contrast. Please note a small cluster of dark original processing spots or minor emulsion blemishes in the upper-right background foliage area, and a faint hint of age-toning on the lower reverse edge. Please check all provided photos carefully to review the condition details.
Size: This is a classic 1940s rectangular pocket print measuring approximately 2.75" x 3". Please refer to the grid lines on the cutting mat in the previous listing photo showing the back to judge the exact dimensions.
