Putnam Research

Research On Putnam And His Cameras

The investigation into Putnam uncovered several surprises. Though the Marvel camera itself is a standard representation of the tailboard style, it is Putnam's approach to selling his camera outfits that is most intriguing. The following images are selections from the research ... they speak for themselves.

Putnam brochure cover, c1880s. Putnam brochure rear cover, c1880s.

Putnam Brochure Front Cover, c1880s Putnam Brochure Rear Cover, c1880s

$200 Premium Notice, c1880s

Discount Coupon, Oct. 15, 1887

Portion of Putnam's Quick Sale Pamphlet announcing a photo contest. Courtesy of the Warshaw Collection, Archives Center, National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution. Discount Coupon Offered The 5x8 C.A.B. Marvel Outfit. (Oct. 15, 1887) Courtesy of the Warshaw Collection, Archives Center, National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution.

Advertisement, c1880s.

$20 Outfit Advertisement. (Grandpa bears a striking resemblance to Santa). Courtesy of the Warshaw Collection, Archives Center, National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution.

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