Description
A charming early-20th-century studio composite (three poses) of a child in a sailor suit, pencil-inscribed “Sarony” with NYC studio note at lower right and housed in its period frame bearing the Henry Schultheis Co., 142 Fulton St., New York framer’s label. A wonderful blend of studio artistry and New York history, ready to display.
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Studio & date: Sarony (New York), circa 1920s-30s
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Format: Triptych composite portrait with soft vignetting
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Subject: Young child in classic interwar sailor outfit
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Provenance details: Sarony inscription; Henry Schultheis Co. framer’s label
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Size: Outer frame approx. 15 x 12 in
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Why it’s desirable: Scarcer multi-pose Sarony print surviving in its period frame with original framer’s label-excellent crossover appeal for photo and NYC collectors
Condition notes: Please view all photos. Photograph shows age-consistent toning and a few scattered spots; light handling/edge wear. Frame has scuffs and small nicks from age; backing appears original with Schultheis label intact. Not examined out of frame. We combine shipping on multiple purchases.
