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[WILLIAM F. CODY]

Currency:USD Category:Everything Else / Other Start Price:NA Estimated At:6,000.00 - 8,000.00 USD
[WILLIAM F. CODY]

<b>54. [WILLIAM F. CODY]</b>
<hr align=left size=5 width=33% color=#778899><h3 align=center>rare imperial albumen image</h3>(1846-1917). Renowned guide, scout and showman, touring the US and Europe for 20 years. A Pony Express rider early in his career, he gained his sobriquet, “Buffalo Bill” for his remarkable abilities with a rifle during buffalo hunts for the Army. Extraordinary Imperial albumen photograph, 18"x22" quarter-length portrait laid to backboard. In this sharp, clearly defined image, Cody appears to be in his 40’s, placing the image in the 1885-1895 time frame. His golden buffalo head tiepin is clearly visible. Mounted under glass within ornate oak frame. Overall 28"x32". The photographic image evidences a 2½" tear in top margin and a 1" tear in right margin, all away from his image with no paper loss. Four ½" tears at bottom edge with no paper loss, o/w in Fine condition. The Imperial size albumens, introduced by Mathew Brady, were only produced by the larger studios because of equipment requirements. Rare, and possibly unique in this size and condition.

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