Glass Plate Negatives. Social History. Early 20th Century

Large collection of quarter plate, glass plate negatives contained in individual envelopes, some annotated with details. Each plate is accompanied by a contact print and housed in wooden boxes. (200+) Group of family photographs, portraits, gatherings, and outdoor meetings. Maids at work in the house. River scenes, Brixham trawlers, Devon, Cannes Harbour c1912., farming scenes. 3 interesting double-exposure shots. P&O Passenger Baggage Service wagon. Soldiers erecting a bridge at Chatham c1914 and pontooning at Hythe c1921. Lahore power station c1909 with primitive workings. Moving of a large gun in Bangkok c1913. The gateway to Nankow Pass 11th September 1910. Very good condition. All plates are individually sleeved.