History of Photography. American Photographic Patents: The Daguerreotype & Wet Plate Era 1840-1880 by Janice G. Schimmelman Untitled (Friends of Photography) The book focuses on the

The book focuses on the period between the late 19th and early 20th centuries—a "Golden Age" of exploration where photography moved out of the studio and into the wild

It explores three main pillars:

It captures the height of Gidal's career when he was contributing to major picture magazines like Picture Post and serving as a chief photo-reporter for the British Eighth Army magazine

The May issue of Infinity

History of Photography. American Photographic Patents: The Daguerreotype & Wet Plate Era 1840-1880 by Janice G. Schimmelman Untitled (Friends of Photography) The book focuses on theCarl Mautz, 2002. Invaluable reference. Hardcover with dust jacket (one of only 400 casebound copies). 128 pages. New in original shrink wrap. Summary: American Photographic Patents: The Daguerreotype & Wet Plate Era 18401880 (2002) is a specialized reference directory compiled by art historian Dr. Janice G. Schimmelman. Published by Carl Mautz Publishing, the 119 page volume bridges the gap between technological innovation and the material history of