Original J.M. Garrison signed and matted hand colored photograph

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Posted by nanstan
17 years ago
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Description This is a hand painted photograph  with original matting, titled and signed in pencil by J.M. Garrison.  the photograph and matting appear to be in perfect condition, but the wood frame has chips and dings in places.  The back of the frame has "Hecho en Mexico" stamped on it and the backing for the photo is cardboard and has the name "bob" printed in ink.  The title of this photograph is Emerald Pool. 
Category Other
Medium it is a paper photograph, hand painted and is in a wood frame
Distinguishing marks artist has signed picture name as well as his signature in pencil
Condition Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item the photo opening in the frame is 8X10"
Weight 2 or 3 pounds
History I purchased this item in a box of books at an estate auction for a total of $ .50. I know that Mr. Garrison has done many of these hand colored photographs. I know that the photo and matting are the original, but I am not certain about the frame.
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Price Paid (If known) $ .50
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Marian Walker 🌱 Newbie 11 years ago

John Marcy Garrison (my grandfather) attended the California College of Photography in Palo Alto and graduated (along with my grandmother Sadie Freeman who did the hand tinting) in 1905.  He moved to Palms, California, where he had his business in his home.  He won several ribbons for his photography, and conducted his photography business until his death in the 1960's.  He regularly sold his photos to Yosemite & Curry Company as well as The Cambridge Cupboard in Carmel. 
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Marian Walker 🌱 Newbie 7 years ago

Sjones, 

What would you like to know?  Perhaps between my brothers and myself we can answer any questions you may have.  We lived next door to this set of grandparents until their deaths, and we do have some family information available.  Since this method of contact is so slow, you may contact me at my email:  [email protected]

 

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