20434. [cabinet photo] U. S. REVENUE STEAMER DEXTER – Starboard Watch 1898.
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20434. [cabinet photo] U. S. REVENUE STEAMER DEXTER – Starboard Watch 1898.
20434. [cabinet photo] U. S. REVENUE STEAMER DEXTER – Starboard Watch 1898. By Eugene Paul Tilghman, New Bedford. Wonderful period cabinet photo shows the U. S. Revenue Steamer Dexter moored in New Bedford Harbor. Photo measures 4 5/8″ x 6 5/8″ on 7″ x 9″ mat, and shows great detail of the starboard side of the vessel. Printed label beneath the photo “U. S. Revenue Str. Dexter, Starboard Watch 1898.” On the back it is noted that photographer Eugent Paul Tilghman was one of only two black photographers in New Bedford and one of only a few in New England. Mr. Tilghman was born in New Bedford on June 13, 1858 and passed away on December 23, 1909. During his career he lived at #163 Williams Street in New Bedford. Mr. Tilghman was one of the few photographers in the area allowed to take official Revenue Cutter Service photographs, making this view important both for the subject but for the photographer himself. The Revenue Steamer Dexter also played an important part in the rescue of survivors at the wreck of the SS City of Columbus off Gay Head, Martha’s Vineyard in 1884. Quite clear and close view. Mat is heavily chipped and moisture stained, which affects the photo in some areas. Some wear but photo itself intact. (G-). $128 net.