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Lot of two (2) original, authentic late-Victorian antique photographs captured in the same domestic interior room. These historical images feature clear, handwritten genealogical identifications on the reverse sides, detailing a prominent Oklahoma banking family tree, written by a family member, making them excellent pieces for family historians, regional Oklahoma collectors, or vernacular photography enthusiasts. Lot of 2 Antique Victorian Girl Vanity Mirror Cabinet Card Photos.
Subject Identity & Genealogy
The young girl featured in both photographs is Mattie Belle Puckett (born September 23, 1892; died September 19, 1963).
Prominent Regional History: Mattie Belle Puckett later married Charles Denton (C.D.) Mitchell of Pryor, Oklahoma. C.D. Mitchell was a highly notable local figure who went on to serve as the President of the First National Bank of Pryor as well as a valued member of the community.
Top Photo: Features a young Mattie Belle Puckett posing individually next to a treadle sewing machine and a cloth-covered table.
Bottom Photo: Features Mattie Belle Puckett posing alongside another young girl identified on the reverse as Bessie King.
Transcription of Photo Backs
Top Photo Reverse: "Mattie Belle Mitchell, nee Puckett" (Penned later in life, referencing her married name to C.D. Mitchell)."
Bottom Photo Reverse: "Mattie Belle Puckett, in photo, Bessie King"
Detailed Condition:
Please review the listing photos carefully to evaluate the condition.
Key notes include:
Top Photo Mount: Features a major chipped/missing section along the top-left corner of the cardboard frame. There is some minor paper peeling and scuffing near the bottom right border.
Bottom Photo Mount: Structurally intact with minimal edge wear. There is a small, faint ink or pencil mark ("M") near the top center border.
Image Quality: There is minor surface dust, silvering, and age-related fading/toning consistent with late 19th-century photographs.
Reverse Sides: The cardboard backs remain clean, structurally stable, and the handwritten cursive script is perfectly legible.
Era: Late 1800s (Circa 1898–1899)
Format: Studio Photograph on Heavy Embossed Cardboard Mounts
Quantity: Lot of 2 unique, original images
Provenance Location: Oklahoma / Indian Territory region
Approximate Size includes cardboard Matte: 6.5 x 5.5 in
Photos will be securely packaged between heavy cardboard layers to prevent bending during transit. Please reach out if you have any questions before purchasing. Thanks!
