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Estimate: $ 1,500 - $ 2,500
(CALOTYPE PAPER NEGATIVES) Group of 3 paper negatives depicting majestic examples of Indian architecture by John Murray (?), and a later photograph from one of the calotypes (circa 1890). Calotype paper negatives (3) and printing-out paper print (one), each measuring approximately 7x9 inches (17.8x22.9 cm.). 1850s
Originally in the Collection of Bhupendra Karia (1936-1994); by descent to the present owner.
After directoring the photography and design departments at the University of Southern California and the University of Baroda, Karia worked directly with Cornell Capa, his mentor and friend, to establish the International Center for Photography, New York. Mr. Karia held many positions at I.C.P. including Curator, Director of Special Projects, and Associate Director. He published over 15 titles and curated over 45 exhibitions.
