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Original antique mounted family portrait identified in period handwriting on the reverse as “Uncle Simon Payne Family.” The mount bears the embossed studio mark of G. H. Williamson, Trenton, Missouri.
The formal studio group shows six family members in late-19th-century dress posed against an ornate painted backdrop. The identified family association, Missouri photographer imprint, large mounted format, clothing, and studio presentation make this an appealing research piece for collectors of genealogy, Missouri history, Victorian photography, and identified family portraits.
DATE:Estimated circa 1880s–1890s based on clothing, mount style, and photographic presentation. The exact year is unknown.
SIZE:Approximately 9 1/4 x 11 3/4 inches overall. Please see the measurement photographs.
CONDITION:Age toning, foxing and spotting, surface wear, worn edges and corners, light creasing, and minor mount losses. The portrait retains strong detail. The reverse shows scattered marks and the handwritten family identification. All visible wear is shown in the photographs.
PROVENANCE:This item comes from inventory inherited from a family friend who was an avid collector of antiques and historical memorabilia. The collection was assembled through antique shops and public and private sales, including sources in the Los Angeles area. Some items retained old collector or shop tags, but no formal provenance documents accompany this photograph. We describe each item transparently and hope to place it with a collector who will appreciate and preserve its history.
The photograph will be placed in protective material with rigid backing, moisture protection, and a sturdy rigid mailer or box for shipment.
