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 photo captures the beautiful Rose Garden at City Park in Portland, Oregon, in June 1932. The image prominently displays the lush rose bushes in full bloom, surrounded by tall trees and greenery. Two individuals can be seen in the distance, giving a sense of scale to the expansive garden.The Rose Garden at City Park, also known as the International Rose Test Garden, is a significant horticultural attraction in Portland. It was established in 1917 and is one of the oldest rose test gardens in the United States. The garden showcases a variety of roses and is a testament to the city's moniker, "City of Roses."The caption on the photo reads "Rose Garden Rose Bowl City Park." This emphasizes the location and the specific section of the park where the photo was taken. No known people are identifiable from this photo.
Price: 22 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-11-28T15:36:47.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
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: roses, garden, Portland, Oregon, June 1932, flowers, trees, green
Theme: cities & towns, nature, parks, 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
