Al Greene (1906-1980) had one of the largest collections of old photographs in existence. His collection, which numbered in the thousands, dates back to the latter part of the 19th Century. This unique collection was built up over a period of 30 years. His company bought the print and negative collections of several retiring photographers in the region, such as Frederick H. Maude, John R. & Arion Putnam, and C.C. Pierce, among others. The antique photograph in this sale is marked on the back that it is from the Al Greene Collection and was taken by John R. Putnam or his son Arion, in California.

About Mr. Greene's collection: "The Al Greene Photographic Print Collection constitutes an important collection of historical photographs of early California and Los Angeles up to the mid-20th Century. The collection of approximately 13,000 prints was assembled by Al Greene, a photographer and long-time operator of a thriving Los Angeles photographic and photo-mural business."

Portrait of Mr. Greene, photographer, muralist, and photography collector

Measures about 8 x 10

Pre-owned, good condition

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