Lot 685
Early Sepia Photo of a Uniformed Mail Man and Horse. Sepia toned, 7 x 5", West Virginia, 1898(?). Handwritten notations appear verso, written by a neighbor regarding the owner of the farm where this picture was taken. Mounted on dark background to an overall size of 8¼ x 6". Minor toning at edges. Otherwise fine condition.
A wonderful piece of postal history, the exceptional detail of this piece gives us a snapshot of a rural mail carrier's uniform -- from hat to boots. A complete photographic record of the items this carrier used to complete his deliveries, this photo captures the carrier's leather mail bag, black umbrella and rolled up tarp.
Estimated Value $200 - 300.
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