15188b. (cabinet photo) Surfman, U.S. Life-Saving Service with Firefighter (brother ?) c.1890.
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15188b. (cabinet photo) Surfman, U.S. Life-Saving Service with Firefighter (brother ?) c.1890.
15188b. (cabinet photo) Surfman, U.S. Life-Saving Service with Firefighter (brother ?) c.1890. Photographer M.J. Simanek, Kewaunee, Wisconsin. Rare original portrait photograph includes a Life-Saving Service Surfman posing with a firefighter, possibly his brother (?). This rare posed portrait photograph shows the handsom men proudly posing in their uniform coats. Clearly visible is the insignia of the Life-Saving Service on the surfman’s right arm, and his uniform cap with “U. S. Life Saving Service” visible on the band. The firefighter’s hat with “FD” on the front. The cabinet card measures 4 ¼” x 6 ½” on original mat. Photo is clear, and crisp, near fine. It is exceptionally rare to see such photos of surfmen in any format. (F-). $265.