Photographs of the Columbia River and Oregon

The hardcover edition is in fair condition, with noticeable wear on the dust jacket, including tears and creases. The binding remains intact, and the interior pages are clean and unmarked. This copy is not signed and contains no inscriptions or library markings.

"Carleton E. Watkins: Photographs of the Columbia River and Oregon" is a hardcover edition published by The Friends of Photography in 1979. Edited by James Alinder, this collection showcases the pioneering work of Carleton E. Watkins, a renowned 19th-century photographer known for his stunning landscape photography. This edition focuses on Watkins' evocative images of the Columbia River and Oregon, capturing the majestic beauty of the American West. The book is a valuable resource for enthusiasts of photography and American history, offering a glimpse into the past through Watkins' lens. This particular edition is a clothbound copy with the ISBN 0-933286-13-9. The dust jacket shows signs of wear, including tears and creases, reflecting its age. Despite this, the book remains a significant piece for collectors and historians interested in the evolution of landscape photography.