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Lot #178: Original Vintage Black-and-White Snapshots of Canadian Children #1

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Original Vintage Black-and-White Snapshots of Canadian Children #1 These are original Cabinet Cards, a style of portrait photography that was at its peak between 1870 and the early 1900s. Description Left Photo: A formal studio portrait of a young boy and girl. The boy wears a dark "Little Lord Fauntleroy" style suit with a flat cap, while the girl is in a white lace dress typical of the late Victorian or early Edwardian era. Right Photo: A charming school-themed portrait of a young girl seated at an ornate wooden school desk. This was a popular studio "prop" pose used to symbolize education and childhood milestones. Historical Value These photos serve as valuable social history documents. They offer a glimpse into: Children’s Fashion: Detailed evidence of period-specific clothing, such as high-button boots, lace-trimmed dresses, and formal hats. Studio Practices: They showcase the era's formal posing styles and the use of elaborate studio props like the school desk. Childhood Social Status: Such portraits were often commissioned to mark special occasions, reflecting the family's ability to afford professional photography. All information provided herein is considered accurate. It is the buyer's responsibility to verify its accurateness. As shown and as is. The pictures are part of the description. Pickup category timeslot {A}

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sun, June 07 2026 Category A: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Pickup Location:  Carling Avenue, Ottawa, ON, K1Z 7M4 View Map (opens in new window)


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Sunday, May 24, 2026 at 9:00:00 PM UTC

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Thursday, June 4, 2026 between 12:00:00 AM and 12:59:00 AM UTC

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