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Antique original cabinet card photograph depicting Native American subject identified as “Lone Dog,” photographed by L.W. Stilwell of Deadwood, South Dakota.
Stilwell operated a well-known frontier photographic studio in Deadwood during the late 19th century, producing portraits of Plains Native Americans during the Black Hills gold rush era. His work is collected within Western Americana and Native American historical photography.
The photograph remains housed in an ornate antique decorative metal frame and is offered together as found from an estate.
Photograph Details
Photographer: L.W. Stilwell
Location: Deadwood, South Dakota
Subject: “Lone Dog”
Format: Cabinet Card Photograph
Period: Late 19th Century (c.1880s–1890s)
Original albumen photograph mounted to card stock
Identified subject printed on mount
Frame
Antique ornate metal frame
Easel back for display
Photograph displayed without glass, as found
Frame believed to have accompanied the photograph for many years
The open presentation allows direct viewing of the original photographic surface.
Condition
Authentic antique condition consistent with age:
Age toning and surface wear
Edge and mount wear typical of cabinet cards
Frame shows patina and handling wear
No restoration or cleaning performed
Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description.
Historical Interest
Deadwood studio photography featuring identified Native American subjects is increasingly sought after by collectors of:
Western Americana
Native American history
Dakota Territory / Black Hills history
Early frontier photography
A scarce surviving example combining identified subject, frontier photographer, and period display presentation.
