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Mr. William L. Schaeffer

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The image shows a woodland scene with a waterfall, surrounded by trees and rocks. The waterfall flows over rocks, creating a sense of motion. The color palette is muted with sepia tones. The composition features a balance between rocks, trees, and the flowing water.
Charles Bierstadt, Edward Bierstadt, The Pool, Franconia Mountains, New Hampshire, 1860, albumen silver print, Gift of Funds from W. Bruce and Delaney H. Lundberg, 2024.42.1

The Pool, Franconia Mountains, New Hampshire

Charles Bierstadt, Edward Bierstadt · 1860 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2024.42.1

This image shows a landscape with a water wheel on the left side. The scene includes a path along a river, a wooden bridge, and tall trees forming a canopy above. The colors are earthy and a sepia wash is applied. The details of the water, foliage, and wooden structures are clear and sharp, highlighting the historical and natural aspects of the setting.
J. W. Stewart, Strong’s near McMillan’s Ferry, 1880s, albumen silver print, Gift of Funds from Clinton and Jean Wright, 2024.42.2

Strong’s near McMillan’s Ferry

J. W. Stewart · 1880s · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2024.42.2

This image shows an old sepia-toned stereographic photograph of a scene under a stone arch bridge. The viewpoint is from beneath the arch looking out towards a small creek. The horizon is low beyond the arch and is obscured by bare winter trees. The stone arch is textured with visible individual bricks forming a classic structure. The photo has a monochromatic palette of subdued browns and grays. Closest to the viewer are uneven stone and rocky surfaces under the arch. In the distance, there is a figure relaxing against a slope beside the creek. The water in the creek reflects light, providing contrast to the darker tones of the stones and trees.
Francis T. Fassitt, A Peep through the Arch, Wissahickon, 1862, stereoscopic albumen silver prints, Gift of Funds from Clinton and Jean Wright, 2024.42.3

A Peep through the Arch, Wissahickon

Francis T. Fassitt · 1862 · stereoscopic albumen silver prints ·  Accession ID  2024.42.3

The image shows stylized letters formed by botanical elements spelling out "No X No". The color palette features light tan or beige foliage against a deep brown background. The word "No" is split by a large "X" at the top, while the bottom section features a crown-like pattern made of fern fronds.
Anna K. Weaver, No Cross, No Crown, 1874, albumen silver print, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2024.42.7

No Cross, No Crown

Anna K. Weaver · 1874 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2024.42.7

The image shows a townscape with a range of snow-capped mountains in the background. In the foreground, four children are lying on the ground between two bare trees. The town with various buildings, including several church steeples, is seen further away. The mountains dominate the horizon. The image is rendered in sepia tones, with a focus on detailed natural and built elements.
Charles R. Savage, Salt Lake City and Wasatch Mountains, c. 1871, albumen silver print, Gift of Funds from Clinton and Jean Wright, 2024.42.6

Salt Lake City and Wasatch Mountains

Charles R. Savage · c. 1871 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2024.42.6

The image shows an industrial area with wooden barrels scattered around, some stacked and some upright. Wooden buildings and structures extend towards the horizon. In the background, there is a forest. The coloration is monochromatic. The image is in stereo card format.
John S. Moulton, Oil Refinery, Erie, Pennsylvania, 1860s, stereoscopic albumen silver prints, Gift of Funds from Clinton and Jean Wright, 2024.42.4

Oil Refinery, Erie, Pennsylvania

John S. Moulton · 1860s · stereoscopic albumen silver prints ·  Accession ID  2024.42.4

The image shows an industrial oil field or mining site in a forested landscape. Tall trees obscure the horizon, framing the scene. Wooden oil derricks are scattered throughout the site, some closer to us and others in the distance. Small wooden buildings are also present. The sepia-toned image highlights the textures of the structures and natural surroundings. Smoke rises from one of the structures.
W. W. Lytle, Negley Run, near Tidioute (Pennsylvania Oil Regions), 1860s, stereoscopic albumen silver prints, Gift of Funds from Clinton and Jean Wright, 2024.42.5

Negley Run, near Tidioute (Pennsylvania Oil Regions)

W. W. Lytle · 1860s · stereoscopic albumen silver prints ·  Accession ID  2024.42.5

The image shows a landscape with a river flowing from left to right. Close by, a grassy area has scattered rocks and a low stone wall where a person, possibly a man wearing a hat, is sitting facing the river. In the distance, there are trees along the riverbanks and a fortification on a cliff, with a tall flagpole visible. The sky is clear. The image is in monochrome with a sepia tint, evoking early photographic styles.
Joel E. Whitney, Fort Snelling, c. 1865, albumen silver print, Clinton and Jean Wright Fund, 2016.111.1

Fort Snelling

Joel E. Whitney · c. 1865 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.111.1

The image shows railway tracks extending into the distance. Along the tracks are trees, structures, and a river. A small wooden structure is near the river. The photo has a monochromatic color palette and detailed elements, giving it a timeless and deep appearance.
James F. Ryder, Atlantic & Great Western Railway, 1862, albumen silver print, Alfred H. Moses and Fern M. Schad Fund, 2022.103.8

Atlantic & Great Western Railway

James F. Ryder · 1862 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2022.103.8

The image shows a wooded area with a small depression in the ground. The horizon is not prominently visible. The vegetation and ground below are the main focus. The intricate texture of the foliage is detailed, and the color palette is mostly sepia tones. Fallen logs are visible on a rocky surface, leading towards a darker area where the ground dips. In the distance, the dense foliage creates a richly textured backdrop.
John Moran, Gorge Near Chipigana, 1871, albumen silver print, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2018.48.1

Gorge Near Chipigana

John Moran · 1871 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2018.48.1