16118a. (cabinet photograph) Light House Establishment Principal Keeper c.1890-1900.
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16118a. (cabinet photograph) Light House Establishment Principal Keeper c.1890-1900.
16118a. (cabinet photograph) Light House Establishment Principal Keeper c.1890-1900. This rare posed original portrait photograph shows the clean-cut rather handsome Principal Keeper proudly posing in his 8-button double-breasted uniform coat. Clearly visible on his collars are the “K” insignia, indicating his position as Principal Keeper. Also clearly visible are the early “U.S.L.H.E.” buttons on his coat. On the back is noted in light pencil: “This is a Lighthouse Keeper’s uniform and I believe this is A W Miller, my step G G Grandfather.” The image measures about 4” x 5 ½” on a 4 ¼” x 6 ¼” original mount. Mount stamped “Browning [photographer] 167 ½ First Street… Portland, Or.” Photo is clear but just slightly light. Mount has been trimmed at the top. Moderate foxing to mount, a few areas on image background. It is rare to find images of the Keepers in any format. (VG). $225.