Corinth, Mississippi

May 1862

American 19th Century

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American 19th Century

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The image shows a historic street scene with wooden buildings, horse-drawn carriages, and various signs, including one for "Secession Saloon" and others advertising groceries from "F.D. Barefoot & Co." and "HALE & DYER GROCERIES." The sepia-toned photograph captures a bustling street with dirt roads, showcasing the transportation and commerce of the late 19th century. Barrels and goods are visible, along with blurred elements suggesting motion and activity.

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Provenance

(sale, Ebay, between 1995 and 2000); Ron Perisho, Gettysburg, PA; NGA purchase, 2025.

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Inscriptions

by unknown hand, lower center on mount in black ink: Scene in Corinth Mississippi [in graphite: May 1862]; on verso, by unknown hand, center right in black ink perpendicular: J. P. Craig / Memphis / [illegible]; lower center inverted: Scene in Corinth Miss.