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Antique 1884 C.J. Maynard \"Florida Views\" Stereoview - Entrance to St. Augustine - Rare Taxidermy Ad BackDescription:
Up for sale is a wonderful, scarce piece of 19th-century Southern Americana and natural history ephemera! This is an original antique orange-mount stereoview card titled \"Entrance to St. Augustine\" (No. 30), published by the famous ornithologist and taxidermist C.J. Maynard circa 1884–1885.The double albumen photograph features a beautiful, atmospheric view of the historic carriage path into St. Augustine, lined with old live oak trees heavily draped in wild Spanish moss.The Rare Collector Backmark:
The reverse side is fully lithographed with a fantastic, highly detailed advertisement for Maynard\'s publication, \"The Naturalist in Florida,\" based out of the Casino Building opposite Fort Marion. It features a great graphic illustration of a Florida alligator and lists subscriptions for fifty cents a year, highlighting specialized articles on \"How to Stuff Birds\" and lessons from the Boston School of Taxidermy.A premium addition for collectors of vintage Florida photography, St. Augustine local history, or antique taxidermy and natural science ephemera!Measurements:
- Standard vintage stereoview size (Approx. 7\" x 3 1/2\")
Condition Notes:
Fair to good antique condition. The double photographic prints display nice clarity and uniform age-toning. The original orange cardboard mount has a slight physical curve/bowing from age, along with typical corner softening and minor edge wear. The illustrated reverse side remains fully legible with light age-toning and faint foxing marks. Please see all high-resolution photos for a detailed look at the edges and condition.Ships safely. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!
