Synopses & Reviews
Photography authority Newhall chronicles the brief but tumultuous life of daguerreotype in America, from its introduction in 1839 to the American modifications of Daguerre's technique to the incredible Broadway daguerreotype galleries, and more. Accompanying plate section displays great examples, including portraits of the famous, geographical views, and ordinary men, women, and children of the time. Third, revised (1976) edition. 104 photographs. 16 other illustrations. Captions.
Synopsis
Wonderful portraits, 1850s towns, landscapes; full text plus 104 photos. Enlarged edition.