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Franklin Putnam Marvel Camera
References & Advertisements

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 advertisements are selections from the research ... they speak for themselves.

1880s Putnam Brochure Cover
1880s Putnam brochure page introducing photographers how to make money with Marvel cameras.
Portion of Sale Pamphlet announcing a photo contest. Courtesy of the Warshaw Collection, Archives Center, National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution.

Portion of Sale Pamphlet announcing a photo contest. Courtesy of the Warshaw Collection, Archives Center, National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution.

Discount Coupon Offered The 5 x 8" C.A.B. Marvel Outfit. (Oct. 15, 1887) Courtesy of the Warshaw Collection, Archives Center, National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution.

Putnam Brochure Front Cover, c1880s

Putnam Brochure Rear Cover, c1880s

Discount Coupon Offered The 5 x 8" C.A.B. Marvel Outfit. (Oct. 15, 1887) Courtesy of the Warshaw Collection, Archives Center, National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution.

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

$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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