Description: This is a one-of-a-kind photograph featuring author Robert Louis Stevenson. Taken by photographer Henry Walter Barnett in 1890, this 6 x 8 inch gelatin-silver print is signed by Wm Barr and features a sepia color finish. The photograph is an original, not a licensed reprint, and is unframed. The image captures Stevenson in a documentary style and is a must-have for any fan or collector. The photograph does not come with a Certificate of Authenticity (COA), but its authenticity is guaranteed. This rare piece was produced in the United States during the 1850-1899 time period and has a satin finish. Welcome to NorBay Heritage CollectionRARE ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON PHOTOGRAPH * HENRY WALTER BARNETT 1890 * by ARTIST W.BARRDescription: First time offered for sale is an amazing find- one of a series of 3 known portrait photos taken of Robert Louis Stevens at the age of 40, by Australian photographer Henry Walter Barnett in Sydney, Australia in 1893. This photo was acquired from Barnett sometime after 1893 by San Francisco artist William Barr of Scotland, 1867-1933, intended as a basis for a portrait painting of Stevens.Hand-written [faint] notation "Wm Barr" at upper left corner of photo . Provenance on the verso of the photograph indicates "Robert Louis Stevens" by Wm. Barr, "Photo Study for Painting", 333 Lyon Street, San Francisco, 17.Photo is original contact print on satin finish double-weight photographic paper, un-mountedSize: 6-1/4" x 8-1/4"Condition- Good; has been protected over the years with no apparent emulsion damage; cosmetically- no age wear; slight sepia tone from age; no foxing apparent (see photos)Note- see photos for additional proof of condition & details. Sold as-is.
Price: 350 USD
Location: Penngrove, California
End Time: 2024-11-25T00:05:10.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Signed By: Wm Barr
Size: 6 x 8 in
Signed: Yes
Image Color: Sepia
Material: Paper
Certificate of Authenticity (COA): No
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Framing: Unframed
Subject: Author
Personalize: No
Type: Photograph
Year of Production: 1890
Photographer: Henry Walter Barnett
Style: Documentary
Features: One of a Kind (OOAK)
Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Finish: Satin
