Description: Title: Photographic Views of Bognor Publisher: Webster & Webb Origin: Bognor, England Condition: Good Fair Market Value: $200 Description: This vintage book, titled “Photographic Views of Bognor,” was published by Webster & Webb in the early 1900s. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the historical locations of Bognor, England. The book is in good condition, making it a valuable addition to any collection of antique books or historical memorabilia. Photographer: Francis Frith Francis Frith (1822 – 1898) was an English photographer known for his extensive work capturing the Middle East and many towns in the United Kingdom. Born in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, Frith came from a Quaker family and was deeply religious. He was a pioneer in the field of photography, establishing a photographic studio in Liverpool in 1850. Frith’s work is renowned for its historical and architectural significance, making this book a treasure for collectors12. Historical Context: Bognor in the 1900s Bognor, also known as Bognor Regis, is a seaside town in West Sussex, England. In the early 1900s, Bognor was a growing town with a population that rose from 1,900 in 1851 to 5,067 in 1901. The town saw significant development, with new houses being built around Wood Street and growth spreading along Aldwick Road4. In 1900, the Duke and Duchess of York visited Bognor to open two convalescent homes5. Bognor was later chosen as the favored place for King George V to convalesce in 1929. Rare 1900s Photographic Views of BognorAntique Historical Book by Webster & WebbFrancis Frith PhotographyVintage Bognor Regis MemorabiliaEarly 20th Century English TownsHistorical Photo AlbumsCollectible Antique BooksBognor Regis History
Price: 22.81 USD
Location: Columbus, Ohio
End Time: 2025-01-06T22:32:00.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5.38 USD
Product Images
Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Antique: Yes
Size: 9x7
Image Color: Black & White
Material: Cardboard, Paper
Subject: Bognor
Vintage: Yes
Type: Photograph Album
Year of Production: 1877
Format: Photo book
Number of Photographs: 16
Theme: Bognor Regis, West Sussex, costal, photography, resort, seaside
Features: 1st Edition, Embossed
Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom