1269. [mounted photograph] c.1900. Original portrait photograph, of a U.S. Life-Saving Service Surfman, from the Damariscove Life-Saving Station, Maine c.1900.
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1269. [mounted photograph] c.1900. Original portrait photograph, of a U.S. Life-Saving Service Surfman, from the Damariscove Life-Saving Station, Maine c.1900.
1269. [mounted photograph] c.1900. Original portrait photograph, of a U.S. Life-Saving Service Surfman, from the Damariscove Life-Saving Station, Maine c.1900. This rare posed portrait photograph shows the handsome surfman proudly posing in his 4-button single-breasted uniform coat. Clearly visible is his uniform cap with “U. S. Life Saving Service”, and life ring and “U.S.L.S.S.” on the right sleeve. Clearly visible too is his surfman No. 7” on his left sleeve. The view measures 4” x 5 ½” on original 6” x 9” mount. Mount is labeled “Holmes [photographer] Bath, ME”. Photo is clear, and crisp, one of the better images we have had in some time. Light soiling to mount. It is exceptionally rare to see such photos of surfmen in any format. From a private collection lot of Damariscota Life-Saving Service items. (VG+). $345.