Early 1900's Photo African American Child in White Dress and Lace Cap
This little early 1900's 1 1/2 by 2 inch photo of an African American toddler has been mounted on a gray 2 3/4 by 3 1/2 inch gray photographers card. The child is seated in a chair and is wearing a white dress and a lace cap. Children of both sexes often wore dresses because it was more convenient for changing diapers. I think that this image is of a boy - the hands are large and look masculine. Written in pencil on the back and visible under a strong light is "Paul Hackett to Grandma and Grandpa". Likely this is the name of the child. There's also an impressed name and address of a photography studio beneath the image - I've included 2 photos, but unfortunately, no manipulation of my photo editing program makes it legible. Under a loop, I can see that the second word of the company is "Photo". The sepia image though small is clear. There's a strip on the left edge that looks like the edge of another photo - it was probably one of a strip of photos. The wide eyed child does not look happy with the photographer!
Specifications
| Return Shipping Will Be Paid By | Seller |
| All Returns Accepted | Returns Accepted |
| Item Must Be Returned Within | 30 Days |
| Refund Will Be Given As | Money Back |
| Country/Region Of Manufacture | United States |
| Culture | Black Americana |
This little early 1900’s 1 1/2 by 2 inch photo of an African American toddler has been mounted on a gray 2 3/4 by 3 1/2 inch gray photographers card. The child is seated in a chair and is wearing a white dress and a lace cap. Children of both sexes often wore dresses because it was more convenient for changing diapers. I think that this image is of a boy – the hands are large and look masculine. Written in pencil on the back and visible under a strong light is « Paul Hackett to Grandma and Grandpa ». Likely this is the name of the child. There’s also an impressed name and address of a photography studio beneath the image – I’ve included 2 photos, but unfortunately, no manipulation of my photo editing program makes it legible. Under a loop, I can see that the second word of the company is « Photo ». The sepia image though small is clear. There’s a strip on the left edge that looks like the edge of another photo – it was probably one of a strip of photos. The wide eyed child does not look happy with the photographer!
