PhotoTree.Com - All About 19th Century Photography

Welcome to PhotoTree.com

PhotoTree.com is devoted to identifying and preserving the great pictures of the 1800s. These works of art reflect past heritage, and offer a direct connection with our ancestors. They should be shared and enjoyed.

Researching and dating your old photographs is easy. Throughout the 1800s, photographic techniques and materials changed frequently. These changes created a time line by which most 19th century pictures can be dated within a few years of their origin. PhotoTree will show you how.

1840s Daguerreotype

This beautiful 1/9th plate (actual size 2 5/8" x 3 1/4") is a very early Daguerreotype from the mid 1840s.

The silver surface of Daguerreotypes exhibited amazing detail and shimmering luminance that cannot be be duplicated.

This lovely girl posed in the latest style of flaired hair, fingerless gloves, and a very tight bodice.

A Brief History of Photography
	These pages provide an understanding of the different photography techniques introduced throughout the 1800s
Learn to Date Your Photos
	You will learn how to date your 19th century photographs - from the earliest daguerreotypes of the 1840s to the cabinet cards of the "Gay 90s". Also, tips for collectors, including what to watch out for on auctions. This is broken down into the different eras of popular types of photographs, which corresponds to a moving timeline during the 19th century. A dedicated section is devoted to Daguereotypes, Ambrotypes, Tintypes, Cartes de Visites, and Cabinet Cards.
Gallery of 1,000 Images
	And more! A fun way to view the vast collection of PhotoTree photographs. Thumbnails are displayed from categories that interest you, then a large image is viewable at the click of the mouse.
Preservation, Storage, & Restoration Tips
	Your old photographs are very valuable, both sentimental and monetarily. Learn how to make sure they last another 100 years.
Stock Photo Service
	PhotoTree.com offers reproduction rights and usage of the vast photograph collection, to advertising agencies, design firms, marketing departments, and other creative groups. Learn how to order high resolution files from this unique collection.