Such a young couple! I love the bride’s dress – from the bustle I would guess this was made in the 1870’s. It is a CDV – carte de visite photo – taken at Bowman Photographers in Ottawa, Illinois.
This is a particular wedding favorite of mine – just look at her dress and veil – and a tiny shoe peeking out below! There are no names on the photo. It was taken by Rider Photography at 339 W. Madison Street, Chicago, Illinois. Again, I believe this photo is from the 1870’s.
Very nice wedding photo from the early twentieth century. Note the man is wearing the large flowers in the bridal bouquet. I think the greenery and flowers trimming the veil is a nice touch. Unfortunately no name or address.
Happy wishes to the bridal couple – whoever they may be! I love her veil! The rest of her attire is a bit modern for me. The photo was taken by V. J. Barki in Wagner, South Dakota.
This is a non-traditional wedding – no white dress – but perhaps for the time it was the thing to be married in a suit. Nevertheless this bride is quite lovely. Surprise – I do have a name for this couple – Marvin and Edna Bauman Saenger, from Greenleaf, Wisconsin. The photo was made by Arthur Meumeyer in Brillon, Wisconsin.
Does anyone recognize any of the brides or grooms?
Categories: Family Stories, Genealogy Ramblings, Old Photos
Interesting how they are posed–gents seated, ladies standing.
Yes, that is usually the case! I found one last week where the bride is seated – will have it up shortly, or on my Facebook page!
My daughter is getting married on Sat and her dress is sleeveless, looks absolutely risque compared to these! I forwarded this to her and my sister. Thanks! April Brown
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Fashions have changed greatly! Good luck to your daughter and future son-in-law!
I’m sure having the bride standing in the photos is to keep her dress from getting all wrinkled .. or too much fabric to look nice in a sitting position.
Good thought!