A striking collection of old photographs recording Jamaica at the turn of the 20th century will shortly go to auction at Bonhams in London. Gathered from the pioneering photographic studios of the era, they give a startling sense of life for Jamaican families at work and play in the country.
The auction will take place on December 4. See here for more information on the auction lot
There are more than 170 images up for sale from the album. Many of them do not have captions, nor locations. We do know, however that this image of women carrying baskets of fresh local produce was taken by the Duperly studio.
The similar composition of this image suggests that is by the same photographic studio, although this is not confirmed.
However, nothing is known of the sitters or photographers in this other rural shot.
The strikiing expressions in this image were captured by local photographer JW Cleary
These men look poised to gather the large jack fruits.
The information for this very striking image reads simply "Log wood, Kingston"
This one is marked King Street. Although Kingston isn't specified, it seems likely to be the Jamaican capital.
A relaxed pose, captured by the Valentine photographic studio.
The auction will take place on December 4. See here for more information on the auction lot
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