63 - May 28 Mega Bid Event
Thu, May 28, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 319
Miami, Fla. 1922 Hand-Colored Photograph of Two Men with Alligator
Estimate: $400 - $600
Starting Bid
$50
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $150 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
Vintage hand-colored photograph depicting a staged scene labeled “Miami, Fla. 1922,” featuring two men shaking hands in a tropical setting. One man is dressed in a textured suit with a boater hat, reflecting 1920s fashion, while the other wears traditional Seminole patchwork attire, a culturally significant textile style associated with the Seminole people of Florida.
The backdrop includes a palm tree and shoreline, with an alligator positioned prominently at their feet, reinforcing the Florida setting and the era’s tourist-oriented imagery. The photograph is characteristic of early 20th-century souvenir studio photography, where black-and-white images were selectively hand-colored to enhance visual appeal.
The piece is housed in a black frame with a silver-tone liner, presenting well as a historical and regional decorative item tied to early Miami tourism.
Dimensions
19 x 14 inches (frame size)
Condition Report
Overall fair to good vintage condition. Photograph shows toning, minor spotting, and light surface wear consistent with age. Frame exhibits scuffs, finish wear, and surface abrasions. Backing appears later with handling wear. Not examined out of frame.
Miami Florida 1922 vintage photograph Seminole patchwork attire hand colored alligator early tourism souvenir palm tree historical image framed photo
Condition
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