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Dating by design 1840-1915 by Stephen Gill
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Dating by Design 1840–1915 by Stephen Gill is a richly illustrated and meticulously organized guide for family historians seeking to date old photographs with precision. Gill introduces a fresh, accessible method of dating images based on costume, hairstyle, and photographic style, making it possible to pinpoint the year a photo was taken.
The book is structured in five-year segments, allowing readers to either browse chronologically or dip into specific periods of interest. It begins with a concise history of photography and explains various formats like daguerreotypes, ambrotypes, cartes de visite, and cabinet cards. From there, Gill dives into detailed visual analysis—covering everything from hairstyles and hats to jackets, skirts, and shoes—across men, women, and children.
With its clear layout and vivid, colorised photographs, this book is both a practical tool and a visual delight for anyone trying to unlock the stories hidden in their ancestral photo collections
ISBN-9781906280604