Description: A one-of a kind antique photo from the photo collection of Pacific Northwest photographer Oscar Loomis. His 1927-1937 collection spans a number of fascinating voyages on ships and on foot. Mr Loomis would go on to join the Merchant Marines in WWII. This personal photo is likely the only original in existence. Type & Size: A 4.5x2.5" original photograph.Condition: Original to the era and in good to fair antique condition; may have missing portions, age wear, smudging, corners may have slight damage or some light creasing. Reverse side may have remnants (that do not affect the image) from being in a photo album or collection. Please see photos. This black-and-white photograph captures a beautifully tended rose garden within 'Rose Bowl City Park' in Portland, Oregon. The image showcases rows of blooming roses leading up to a terraced stone wall, with lush trees and foliage in the background. The scene is filled with natural light, highlighting the detailed textures of the garden and its surroundings.'Rose Bowl City Park' is known for its well-maintained gardens and communal spaces, serving as a recreational haven for locals and tourists. During the 1930s, public parks like this one became essential as places of respite and beauty amidst the challenging Great Depression era. This specific rose garden likely offered a serene environment for those seeking solace and enjoyment.Visible in the photo, handwritten at the bottom, is the caption "ROSE GARDEN, ROSE BOWL CITY PARK." This indicates the specific location of the garden within the park, adding an additional layer of historical and contextual detail to the image.
Price: 22 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2025-01-28T15:36:47.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: garden, flowers, blossoms, Great Depression, natural light, terr
Theme: nature, cities & towns, architecture, floral
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1932
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 4.5x2.5 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: Yes
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
