The Olden Times Genealogy - Victorian-Era Photography: WILSON Brothers

This old photograph, mounted on a heavy card and emblazoned with the photographer's name on front and back, was purchased at an antiques shop in Kerrville, Texas.

Two boys pose in front of a formal studio backdrop, hats in their hands. They're definitely brothers, and may even be twins. On the back someone has written Edward Fred Wilson. Since there are two boys, I am going to assume they meant to write Edward & Fred Wilson.

The photographer's name is boldly stamped on the front and back: BLUMENSCHEIN, and his address is typed on the back: 2829 State Street, Chicago.

I don't have any more information about these WILSON boys, but if you can provide additional information, I'd love to post it on his page.

Edward & Fred WILSON

Victorian Seals & Sealing Wax
"Makes the perfect gift. Such a wonderful way to finish a personal note. The ceremony is a pleasure: a candle, and heated wax applied to paper or envelope, a signature stamp. Brass-melting spoon, three beautifully turned wood handles with brass seals, a miniature travel burner to melt the wax, red wax pellets and silver sealing bar. L. 6.5 in. / 16.51 cm. W. 5.59 in. / 14.2 cm. H. 1.65 in. / 4.19 cm. Diam. - in. / - cm."

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