As an antidote to the bizarre prices expected at the Sotherby's Polaroid sale later this month, there is a series of school and college photographs taken between 1890 and 1893 in Istanbul, Turkey. The photographs were taken by the Abdullah Brothers.
Reminiscent, but pre-dating August Sanders by 20 odd years, these are beautiful and highly desirable images.
Available for FREE download from the Library of Congress.
Reminiscent, but pre-dating August Sanders by 20 odd years, these are beautiful and highly desirable images.
Available for FREE download from the Library of Congress.

Haunting, as are many antique photographs. The one of the art school girls is especially engaging.
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