Opening: $180 Hammer Price: $180 SOLD Skylight Gallery 39 November 2014

Large card-mounted warm-toned photograph advertising the City Barber Shop, Marion, Indiana, circa 1890. Imprinted on mount front "CITY BARBER SHOP / Hot and Cold Baths / 413 S. Adams Street, Marion, Ind. Geo. Kieser, Prop." Dimensions of mount about 8 x 9.75 inches (20x25 cm). Print size 6 x 8.25 inches (15x21 cm).   ( Inventory# id950 )

How could one resist? A team of six barbers stands awaiting your custom amid a full set of the latest 1890s barbering gear. A black servant who does not appear to be a barber waits ready in the background to provide assistance as well. The establishment even looks to offer modern electric lighting.

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