Whether in the photographic stuido, at home of on the public stage, our ancestors made a pictorial record of their lives, and much of that record survives in albums, boxes and drawers.
'Family Photographs 1860-1945' invites us to look more closely at those old pictures handed down from earlier generations.
Richly illustrated by the work of studio professional and enthusiastic amateurs, it traces the rise of popular photography, from portraits of the people in the 19th century to snapshots by the people in the 20th, and suggests how we can date and interpret the images created. The studio experience, family roles and relationships, and changing fashions in photography are just some of the topics covered. There is also advice on looking after the photographs in our care. The book concludes by putting theory into practice with case studies stretching from the 1860s to the years of the Second World War.
A fascinating guide to a subject of interest to all: genealogists, social historians, professional and amateur photographers, or simply those inspired to learn more about the wealth of images left by our ancestors.
Contents:
Acknowledgements
List of Illustrations
1. A Sense of Wonder
2. The Technical Development of Photography
3. The Rise of Popular Photography
4. Dating and Interpreting Photographs
5. A Family Record
6. Beyond the Family
7. Preserving and Collecting Old Photographs
8. Case Studies
Bibliography
Index
