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Offered for your consideration is a wonderfully rare and charming turn-of-the-century antique studio portrait photograph featuring a young girl holding a large pet rabbit.
ITEM DETAILS & CONTEXT:
Dating to the early 1900s (circa 1900–1910s), this captivating photograph was taken at the historic Ward's Studio in Visalia, California. The image features a young girl elegantly dressed in a dark Victorian/Edwardian dress with white lace details, cradling a remarkably large pet rabbit on her lap. To her side, a small antique doll sits on a fabric-covered table against an intricate floral fabric backdrop.
The photograph remains housed in its authentic, original heavy grey-green paper studio mat folder, which features a beautiful, embossed Art Nouveau patterned border framing the print.
- Studio Mark: Embossed in gold foil at the bottom: "Ward's Studio, Visalia, Calif."
- Provenance: Faintly written in pencil at the very top edge of the folder is the name "Janet Peterson", offering fantastic genealogical history for regional California collectors.
- Dimensions: Complete folder size is approx. 6.5" x 4.5" (Photo insert approx. 4" x 3").
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The photographic print displays sharp details and rich tones. The original paper folder is intact with minor corner and edge wear consistent with age. Please review photos for full detail.
SHIPPING & HANDLING:
Your historic photograph will be handled with the utmost care to ensure it arrives at your doorstep safely.
- Secure Protective Packaging: The photograph and its original folder will be securely sandwiched between two thick pieces of rigid cardboard to prevent any bending, folding, or corner crushing during transit. It will then be shipped inside a durable, weather-resistant cardboard mailer.
- Fast & Reliable Shipping: Your order will be securely packaged and shipped out fast—within 1 business day of receiving cleared payment. Full tracking information will be provided automatically.
An incredibly unique find for collectors of early animal photography, rabbit enthusiasts, or those collecting early Central California / San Joaquin Valley history!
