1890s Women's Fashion Photo - Early Black and White Carré Photography - Grand Rapids, MI smokies "Copyright 190 / National Photograph

"Copyright 190 / National Photograph Company / Chicago 2561"

with two Carmine 2-cent John Adams stamps

Front: A photo of Dartmouth College

Publisher: CurteichColor

Arthur Livingston

1890s Women's Fashion Photo - Early Black and White Carré Photography - Grand Rapids, MI smokies "Copyright 190 / National PhotographThis lady sat for a photo around the turn of the 20th century in Grand Rapids, MI. She shows off her exaggerated sleeves, typical of the "leg o' mutton" sleeve style of Edwardian America, and a large lace collar. This style was in a resurgence from the 1820s for a short time in the 1890s. A beautiful lace bodice piece is inserted over the dress. Height: 3" Width: 3" Condition: Corner wearing and slight discoloration.