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AEDCollection of late 19th Century Photographs
About Seller
1155 Westminster Street
Providence, RI 02909
United States
Vallot Auctioneers was founded in 2003 as a fine art specialty auction house in Tribeca, and recognized as one of the first fine art specialty auction galleries in Manhattan. Now based in Providence, RI, the auction house continues the excellence in focusing on bringing fresh quality lots to the mar...Read more
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About Auction
LiveJun 18, 2026
Our AFTER DARK/SUMMER auction features fine art that celebrates the beauty of the male form across a variety of genres and mediums, from late 19th-Century depictions of affectionate men, to daring new approaches to gender and sexuality in contemporary art. Our latest catalog showcases exceptional works from gay trailblazers such as Paul Cadmus, Wilhelm von Gloeden, René Bolliger, Sam Steward, and many more. Vallots Auctioneers info@vallots.com
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- Lot Description
Collection of late 19th Century Photography.
Rare collection of late 19th Century photography featuring athletic models and affectionate men. Includes:
i. Two (2) cyclists, Caleb Frederick Cope, photographed by Hemperley Studio, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Cabinet card photographs. 7 x 4 1/4 in (each).
ii. Two (2) pairs of male acrobats, photographed by F.C. Weston, Bangor, Maine. Cabinet card photographs. 6 ½ x 4 in (each).
iii. One (1) print of Eugen Sandow. Stamped by Bettmann Archive on the bottom. Lithographic print on card. 4 x 3 ¼ in.
iv. One (1) photograph-postcard of Eugen Sandow. Photograph-postcard. Attributed on the bottom. 5 ¼ x 3 ½ in.
v. One (1) photograph of two affectionate men showing their sock-garters. Silver gelatin photograph. 3 ½ x 2 ½ in.
vi. One (1) photograph of affectionate sailors. Gelatin silver print. 4 ½ x 2 ¾ in.
Condition
Various conditions, consistent with age.
For further condition details or additional images, please contact info@vallots.com
- Provenance
Property of a Private Connecticut Collection.
- Shipping Info
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THE UPS STORE - CRANSTON
148 Atwood Ave, Cranston, RI 02920
(401) 654-6381
THE UPS STORE - PARSONAGE STREET
22 Parsonage Street, Providence, RI 02903
(401) 369-7029
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In person pick-ups are to be scheduled by appointment during business hours (weekdays 9-4 pm) at 1155 Westminster St. Providence, RI 02909. Please call (401) 273-1618 or email: info@vallots.com
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