26107e. [cabinet photograph] c.1900. Life-Saving Service Surfman, Narragansett Pier Life Saving Station, Narragansett, Rhode Island.
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26107e. [cabinet photograph] c.1900. Life-Saving Service Surfman, Narragansett Pier Life Saving Station, Narragansett, Rhode Island.
26107e. [cabinet photograph] c.1900. Original portrait photograph, of a Life-Saving Service Surfman, Narragansett Pier Life Saving Station, Narragansett, Rhode Island. This rare posed portrait photograph shows the tall surfman proudly posing standing on the beachin his 4-button single-breasted uniform coat. Clearly visible on his right sleeve is the life ring with crossed oar and pike and the letters “US” “LSS”, and his uniform cap with “U. S. Life Saving Service” clearly visible on the band. The image measures 6” x 8” on a 7” x 9” original mat. Photo is clear, and crisp, but has lost contrast over time. One of the larger posed images we have had in some time. It is exceptionally rare to see such photos of surfmen in any format. (VG-). $145 net.