Description: A one-of a kind antique photo from the photo collection of Pacific Northwest photographer Oscar Loomis. His 1927-1937 collection spans a number of fascinating voyages on ships and on foot. Mr Loomis would go on to join the Merchant Marines in WWII. This personal photo is likely the only original in existence. Type & Size: A 4x2.5" original photograph.Condition: Original to the era and in good to fair antique condition; may have missing portions, age wear, smudging, corners may have slight damage or some light creasing. Reverse side may have remnants (that do not affect the image) from being in a photo album or collection. Please see photos. This photo captures a detailed holiday scene set against a backdrop of beautifully illuminated buildings and snow, typical of a Christmas village display. The backdrop features a notable building with a central tower likely at the center of a town square in Portland, Oregon. The prominent sign atop the scene reads "Holiday Christmas Spirit" with "Green Gables Christmas Illumination" and the year "1929" handwritten at the bottom of the image.The photograph reflects a festive event in Portland, Oregon, during the Christmas season of 1929. This type of display was part of larger public holiday decorations common in cities during this period, aiming to foster community spirit and celebrate the holiday season. Such scenes would often attract families and tourists, becoming a social event itself.The image displays text indicating "Green Gables Christmas Illumination 1929" and a sign stating "Holiday Christmas Spirit." There are no identifiable individuals in the photo, and no specific location, event names, or person names are provided.
Price: 27 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-12-05T19:24:46.000Z
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
Type: Photograph
Subject: holidays, public display, festive setting, town scene, 1920s Chr
Theme: cities & towns, holidays, community life, events & festivals
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1929
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 4x2.5 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: Yes
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
