27
« on: Wednesday 01 October 14 23:40 BST (UK) »
It most certainly does help... many thanks Jim, for your detailed explanation of the difference between the two sorts of photographers at work ...It is especially good to learn that employee photos were a common practice at the time. I have many examples of family studio photos of the Victorian era which my Ricketts relly brought with him to Australia when he migrated in 1886 but this photo is definitely the "weirdest" one I have ever seen. I would be very happy coming away from this discussion believing the photo was taken around the 1860's/1870's.
I cannot thank you enough, Jim, your knowledge is very much appreciated.
Regards
Pat