WILLIAM DASSONVILLE (1879-1957) Carmel Point. Circa 1905. Gum bichromate print on Japanese Tissue, the image measuring 8⅝x6½ inches (21.9x16.5 cm.), the sheet 15¼x11¼ inches (38.7x28.6 cm.), the mount slightly larger, with Dassonville's signature in ink on recto, and the Estate of William E. Dassonville stamp on mount verso; in an elaborate original presentation, with a gray paper double overmat and paper backing. Provenance A California Collection This print was illustrated in the definitive book on Dassonville, Dassonville: William E. Dassonville, California Photographer (Paul Hertzmann & Susan Herzig, Carl Mautz Publishing, 1999, pl. 9, pg. 42). While the image is titled "Carmel Point," the beach in the foreground is what is now known as "Monastery Beach" with Point Lobos in the background.
WILLIAM DASSONVILLE (1879-1957) San Francisco from Telegraph Hill. Circa 1920s. Silver print, the image measuring 11x9 inches (27.9x22.9 cm.), the sheet 13¾x11 inches (34.9x27.9 cm.), with Dassonville's signature in pencil on recto, and the Estate of William E. Dassonville stamp on verso. This work is printed on Dassonville's proprietary "Charcoal Black" paper. Provenance A California Collection
Described By: Michelle DBJQ Title: Rare William Dassonville Landscape Platinum Print Image 8x10 Description: William Edward Dassonville (American, 1879-1957) Rare William Dassonville Landscape Platinum Print Image 8x10 Hallmarks or Signature: Estate of William Dassonville Stamp verso Condition of piece: Some toning, scuffs and dirt on mat Size: Image measures 7.875 X 9.75 inches, Mat measures 20 x16 inches Estimated size of packaging:24x18x6, 21 lbs , this weight is dimensional Other Shipping Info: Zip Code 33701 CALCULATE SHIPPING COSTS HERE Important Info: Commonly Asked Questions
Heading: Author: Dassonville, William E. Title: San Francisco from Telegraph Hill Place Published: [California] Publisher: Date Published: c.1925; estate print Description: Gelatin silver print. Image. 25x19.5 cm (10x7¾"); sheet: 35.5x28 cm (14x11").Stamp of William E. Dassonville's estate on verso. View of a foggy city behind arboreal silhouettes.
Heading: Author: Dassonville, William E. Title: San Francisco from Telegraph Hill Place Published: San Francisco Publisher: Date Published: c.1920; estate print Description: Gelatin silver print on laid paper. Image: 20.5x25 cm (8x10"); sheet: 25.5x30.5 cm (10x12").Stamp of William E. Dassonville's estate on verso. View of North Beach from Telegraph Hill in San Francisco, including Saints Peter and Paul Church; trees in foreground.William Dassonville (1879-1957) was a pictorialist photographer active in turn of the century San Francisco. He was a leader of the California Camera Club. Dassonville is also known for the paper he created, a velvety surfaced photographic printing paper that was a favorite among pictorialist photographers.
Heading: Author: Dassonville, William E. Title: San Francisco from Telegraph Hill Place Published: San Francisco Publisher: Date Published: c.1920; estate print Description: Gelatin silver print on laid paper. Image: 20.5x25 cm (8x10"); sheet: 25.5x30.5 cm (10x12").Stamp of William E. Dassonville's estate on verso. View of North Beach from Telegraph Hill in San Francisco, including Saints Peter and Paul Church. William Dassonville (1879-1957) was a pictorialist photographer active in turn of the century San Francisco. He was a leader of the California Camera Club. Dassonville is also known for the paper he created, a velvety surfaced photographic printing paper that was a favorite among pictorialist photographers.
Heading: Author: Dassonville, William E. Title: The Russ Building, San Francisco Place Published: [California] Publisher:William E. Dassonville Date Published: Image c.1925; estate print Description: Gelatin silver print. Image: 27x22 cm (10¾x8¾"); sheet: 35x28 cm (13¾x11").Stamp of William E. Dassonville's estate on verso. View of the Russ Building in San Francisco in the mid-1920s.
Heading: Author: Dassonville, William E. Title: Portsmouth Square, San Francisco Place Published: San Francisco Publisher: Date Published: c.1925 Description: Gelatin silver photograph. Image: 27.5x22 (11x8¾"); sheet: 34.5x27.5 cm (13¾x11").Signed by Dassonville on sheet recto; estate stamp to sheet verso.
WILLIAM E. DASSONVILLE (1879-1957) Ship Deck II. Silver print on Dassonville Charcoal Black paper, the image measuring 7½x10 inches (19x25.4 cm.), with Dassonville's penciled border on recto and his Estate stamp and the title and negative date in pencil in an unknown hand on verso. Circa 1925 Provenance: From the Collection of Donald Dassonville, the artist's son; to the Collection of Dr. James and Debra Pearl In the 1920s, Dassonville shifted his focus to San Francisco's waterfront, skyline, and architecture. These impressionist images were printed on his own "Charcoal Black" paper. In response to the shortage of platinum printing paper with the onset of World War I, Dassonville, who was a self-taught chemist, developed an alternative paper coating that had the tonal intricacy of platinum that was heralded by Ansel Adams, Imogen Cunningham, and many others.
WILLIAM E. DASSONVILLE (1879-1957) Poplar trees. Silver print on Dassonville "Charcoal Black" paper, the image measuring 8x10 1/4 inches (20.3x26 cm.), the sheet 10 3/4x13 3/4 inches (27x35 cm.), the mount 14 3/4x17 inches (37.5x43.2 cm.), with Dassonville's signature in pencil on print recto. Circa 1920s When World War I caused a shortage of platinum, Dassonville set out to manufacture a gelatin silver paper that would yield platinum's extensive tonal range. "Charcoal Black," used for this photograph, finally debuted in 1923. The paper was championed by Ansel Adams and others seeking the ability to enlarge from their negatives and make a matte silver print with great tonal subtlety. Source: Cleveland Museum of Art
Heading: Author: Dassonville, William E. Title: Westward view of San Francisco from Pioneer Park, Telegraph Hill Place Published: San Francisco Publisher: Date Published: c. 1920's; estate print Description: Gelatin silver print. 25.1x20.3 cm (10x8"); mat: 51x40.6 cm (20x16"). William E. Dassonville Estate stamp on photograph reverse. William Dassonville (1879-1957) was a pictorialist photographer active in turn of the century San Francisco. He was a leader of the California Camera Club. Dassonville is also known for the paper he created, a velvety surfaced photographic printing paper that was a favorite among pictorialist photographers.
Heading: Author: Dassonville, William E. Title: Owens Valley, California Place Published: San Francisco Publisher: Date Published: c. 1930's Description: Gelatin silver print. Image: 9.2x11.7 cm (3½x4½"); sheet: 12.5x17.7 cm (5x7"); mat: 35.5x28 cm (14x11"). William E. Dassonville Estate stamp on photograph reverse. William Dassonville (1879-1957) was a pictorialist photographer active in turn of the century San Francisco. He was a leader of the California Camera Club. Dassonville is also known for the paper he created, a velvety surfaced photographic printing paper that was a favorite among pictorialist photographers.
Heading: Author: Dassonville, William E. Title: Owens Valley, California Place Published: San Francisco Publisher: Date Published: c. 1930's; estate print. Description: Gelatin silver print. Image: 20.3x25.4 cm (8x10"); mat: 41.3x48.3 cm (16¼x19"). William E. Dassonville Estate stamp on photograph reverse. William Dassonville (1879-1957) was a pictorialist photographer active in turn of the century San Francisco. He was a leader of the California Camera Club. Dassonville is also known for the paper he created, a velvety surfaced photographic printing paper that was a favorite among Pictorialist photographers.
3pc William Dassonville (1879-1957 American) ''Women and Children'' Platinum Prints 8''x6'' and 9''x7'' Images. Includes a ink signed image of seated children, ink signed woman standing next to window, and a unsigned seated woman reading. Estate stamps on verso. Mounted to original cards 13.5''x11'' and 17.5''x14''. Overall excellent condition.
2pc William Dassonville (1879-1957 American) ''Famous Poets'' (George Sterling and Edwin Markham) Platinum Prints. Includes an autographed photo of Edwin Markham dated 1916 measuring 9.5''x7.5'' and an image of George Sterling 8''x6'', mounted to original card 17''x14''. Unsigned with estate stamps on verso. Overall excellent condition.
William Dassonville (1879-1957 American) ''San Francisco from Telegraph Hill'' 1925 Silver Print 10''x7.75'' Image. Unsigned, estate stamp on verso. Sheet size 14''x11''. Slight stain in upper left edge of margin. Overall excellent condition.
William Dassonville (1879-1957 American) ''Cypress Trees'' Silver Print 8''x10'' Image. California photograph with dunes likely in Carmel or Monterey. Pencil signed lower margin with estate stamp on verso. Sheet size 10''x12''. Excellent condition.
William Dassonville (1879-1957 American) ''Untitled'' (Landscape with House) Platinum Print 8.5''x9'' Image. A scarce California landscape photograph. Pencil signed lower margin with estate stamp on verso. Sheet size 10.5''x11'', matted size 20''x16''. Excellent condition.
William Dassonville (1879-1957 American) ''Untitled'' (Landscape with Fence) Platinum Print 7.5''x9.5'' Image. Scarce California landscape photograph. Signed in ink l.r. image with estate stamp on verso. Mounted to original backing 13.5''x14''. Matted size 20''x16''. Excellent condition.
William Dassonville (1879-1957 American) ''Carmel Dunes'' 1905 Platinum Print 7.5''x9.5'' Image. Unsigned with estate stamp on verso. Mounted to original backing 12''x14''. Excellent condition.
William Dassonville (1879-1957 American) ''Sky, Owens Valley'' 1925 Silver Print on Charcoal Black Paper 8''x10'' Image. Unsigned with estate stamp on verso. Sheet size 11''x14'' and matted size 16''x20''. Some minor foxing spots in margin. Overall excellent condition.
William Dassonville (1879-1957 American) ''Mission San Luis Rey'' 1905 Gum Bichromate Print on Tissue 7.5''x9.5'' Image. Ink signed lower margin with estate stamp on verso. Top mounted to original matting 14.5''x16.5''. Excellent condition.
William Dassonville (1879-1957 American) ''Courtyard, Mission San Luis Rey'' 1905 Gum Bichromate Print on Tissue 7.5''x9.5'' Image. Ink signed lower margin with estate stamp on verso. Top mounted to original matting 14.5''x16.5''. Excellent condition.
William Dassonville (1879-1957 American) ''San Francisco Skyline from San Francisco Bay'' 1920's Platinum Print 8''x10'' Image. Pencil signed lower margin with estate stamp on verso. Sheet size 11''x13.75''. Excellent condition.
William Edward Dassonville (American, 1879-1957) View of Yosemite Valley with Waterfall and River, 1906 Platinum print mounted on paper in exhibition mat Signed in ink W E Dassonville, lower left of image Dimensions reflect photograph size. Paper onto which the photo is mounted measures 11 x 13 (in). From an album of 12 landscape photographs of Yosemite Valley. "M.B.B." written in pen, verso of paper. "4393" written in pencil, verso of paper and lower middle of exhibition mat. "3" written in pencil, verso of paper.
William Edward Dassonville (American, 1879-1957) Marin Landscape, ca. 1910 Platinum print mounted on paper in exhibition mat Signed W E Dassonville, lower left of image Dimensions reflect photograph size. Paper onto which the photo is mounted measures 13.75 x 13.75 (in). Estate stamp, verso of photograph and mounting paper. "4108" written in pencil, verso of paper and lower middle of exhibition mat. "99" written in pencil, verso of photograph. Titled and dated on label, verso of mount.
William Edward Dassonville (American, 1879-1957) Juniper Trunk, High Sierra Platinum print on paper in exhibition mat Unsigned Dimensions reflect image size and exhibition mat size. Paper measures 14 x 11 (in). Estate stamp, verso of photograph. "4380" written in pencil, verso of photograph and lower middle of exhibition mat.
Title: Panorama of Yosemite Valley Dassonville Photograph Description: A stunning photograph of Yosemite Valley with the three brothers and Bridalveil Fall on the right and El Capitan on the left, with half dome visible in the background. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Stirling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Some of the prints in this estate have annotations indicating they are platinum or silver prints; however, this print is not annotated. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. Signed: Not signed. Circa: early 20th century. Dimensions: Folio 16x20 in. Paper/image 7.5x9.5 in. Condition: No creases, waves, foxing, tears, etc in paper. In a protective folio with plastic sheet over it. Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P. Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Shipping: 24x18x6, 13 lbs. dimensional weight. Listed by: Amanda 4120 CNX VX 1160 4447
Title: William E Dassonville Sculpture San Francisco Photo Described By: Nikki CNX VX 1160 4934 Description: Gorgeous photograph of a sculpture in San Francisco by William Edward Dassonville. This piece has an estate stamp and is numbered 4210. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Stirling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Some of the prints in this estate have annotations indicating they are platinum or silver prints; however, this print is not annotated. Here are the specifications Signature: Unsigned but has an estate stamp on the verso Circa Date: Condition of piece: Minor curling in the paper and paper has yellowed over time but no other visible wear to image Measurements of image: Image- 10in x 7in, paper- 12in x 10in Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Repairs: N/A Previous auction records: N/A Estimated size of packaging: 16in x 16in x 6in Additional Info: If the winning bidder would like to arrange to pick up their item at our store, please notify us by email and we will make the appropriate shipping adjustments.
Title: William E Dassonville Oak Trees Del Monte Photo Described By: Nikki CNX VX 1160 4929 Description: Charming photograph of oak trees in Del Monte by William Edward Dassonville. This piece has an estate stamp and is numbered 4269. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Stirling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Some of the prints in this estate have annotations indicating they are platinum or silver prints; however, this print is not annotated. Here are the specifications Signature: Unsigned but has an estate stamp on the verso Circa Date: Condition of piece: Matting shows some foxing and discoloration from a previous mounting, photo shows no visible wear Measurements of image: Image- 9.5in x 7.625in, matting- 13.8125in x 13.625in Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Repairs: N/A Previous auction records: N/A Estimated size of packaging: 16in x 16in x 6in Additional Info: If the winning bidder would like to arrange to pick up their item at our store, please notify us by email and we will make the appropriate shipping adjustments.
Title: William E Dassonville Floating Logs In Harbor Photo Described By: Nikki CNX VX 1160 4935 Description: Lovely photograph of floating logs in harbor by William Edward Dassonville. This piece has an estate stamp and is numbered 4171. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Stirling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Some of the prints in this estate have annotations indicating they are platinum or silver prints; however, this print is not annotated. Here are the specifications Signature: Unsigned but has an estate stamp on the verso Circa Date: Condition of piece: Minor curling in the paper, some slight discoloration to the paper edges Measurements of image: Image- 10in x 7in, paper- 12in x 10in Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Repairs: N/A Previous auction records: N/A Estimated size of packaging: 16in x 16in x 6in Additional Info: If the winning bidder would like to arrange to pick up their item at our store, please notify us by email and we will make the appropriate shipping adjustments.
Title: William E Dassonville Beach Dunes Photo Described By: Nikki CNX VX 1160 4932 Description: Lovely photograph of beach dunes with trees by William Edward Dassonville. This piece has an estate stamp, signed and is numbered 4038. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Stirling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Some of the prints in this estate have annotations indicating they are platinum or silver prints; however, this print is not annotated. Here are the specifications Signature: Signed in the bottom right, W.E. Dassonville Circa Date: Condition of piece: Minor curling in the paper, light staining that is only visible in person and hard to capture in photographs, some minor wear Measurements of image: Image- 9.75in x 8in, paper- 12in x 10in Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Repairs: N/A Previous auction records: N/A Estimated size of packaging: 16in x 16in x 6in Additional Info: If the winning bidder would like to arrange to pick up their item at our store, please notify us by email and we will make the appropriate shipping adjustments.
Title: William E Dassonville Ship And Tugboat Photo Described By: Nikki CNX VX 1160 4936 Description: Charming photograph of a ship and tugboat in San Francisco by William Edward Dassonville. This piece has an estate stamp and is numbered 4045. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Stirling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Some of the prints in this estate have annotations indicating they are platinum or silver prints; however, this print is not annotated. Here are the specifications Signature: Unsigned but has an estate stamp on the back Circa Date: Condition of piece: Minor curling in the paper, white spots present in image Measurements of image: Image- 7.875in x 10in, paper- 9.75in x 11.75in Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Repairs: N/A Previous auction records: N/A Estimated size of packaging: 16in x 16in x 6in Additional Info: If the winning bidder would like to arrange to pick up their item at our store, please notify us by email and we will make the appropriate shipping adjustments.
Title: William E Dassonville San Francisco Trees Photograph Described By: Nikki CNX VX 1160 4937 Description: Nice photograph of trees in San Francisco by William Edward Dassonville. This piece has an estate stamp and is numbered 4328. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Stirling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Some of the prints in this estate have annotations indicating they are platinum or silver prints; however, this print is not annotated. Here are the specifications Signature: Unsigned but has an estate stamp on the back Circa Date: Condition of piece: Minor curling at the top and a brown stain on the left edge of the paper Measurements of image: Image- 10in x 7.75in, paper- 14in x 11in Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Repairs: N/A Previous auction records: N/A Estimated size of packaging: 16in x 16in x 6in Additional Info: If the winning bidder would like to arrange to pick up their item at our store, please notify us by email and we will make the appropriate shipping adjustments.
Title: William Dassonville Lot Of 4 Snow Mountain Photos Estate Described By: Nikki CNX VX 1160 4468 Description: Serene lot of four photographs of snow and mountains by William Edward Dassonville. Both pieces have estate stamps and are numbered 4062, 4160, 4190 and 4321. Three photos are loose and one is matted. Two of the photos in this lot are authenticated by Dassonville’s son, Donald. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Stirling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Some of the prints in this estate have annotations indicating they are platinum or silver prints; however, this print is not annotated. Here are the specifications Signature: All pieces are unsigned Circa Date: Condition of piece: Some yellowing of the paper and one photo shows some staining on the edge of the paper Measurements of image: Photo 1- 10in x 8in (image), 12in x 10in (paper) Photo 2- 10.5in x 7.5in (image), 14in x 11in (paper) Photo 3- 11in x 6.5in (image), 13.75in x 11in (paper) Photo 4- 4.5in x 3.5in (image), 7in x 5in (paper), 14in x 11in (matting) Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Repairs: N/A Previous auction records: N/A Estimated size of packaging: 16in x 16in x 6in Additional Info: If the winning bidder would like to arrange to pick up their item at our store, please notify us by email and we will make the appropriate shipping adjustments.
Title: Rare 1916 Dassonville Edwin Markham Autographed Portrait Photo Described By: Nikki CNX VX 1160 4428 Description: Interesting rare portrait of American poet Edwin Markham photograph by William Edward Dassonville. This piece has an estate stamp and is numbered 4253. Piece is also autographed by Markham and has an extensive inscription that reads: Great is Dassonville! Edwin Markham NYC Jan. 1916. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Stirling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Some of the prints in this estate have annotations indicating they are platinum or silver prints; however, this print is not annotated. Here are the specifications Signature: Unsigned Circa Date: 1916 Condition of piece: Some yellowing of the paper over time Measurements of image: 9.5in x 7.5in Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Repairs: N/A Previous auction records: N/A Estimated size of packaging: 12in x 10in x 6in Additional Info: If the winning bidder would like to arrange to pick up their item at our store, please notify us by email and we will make the appropriate shipping adjustments.
Title: William Dassonville Mission San Luis Rey de Francia Silver Gel Print Description: A photograph of the Mission San Luis Rey de Francia, one of the largest and most populated missions in California. It is a silver gelatin print of the photograph. This mission was founded in 1798 and is located in southern California between Los Angeles and San Diego, in Oceanside, CA. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Stirling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. Signed: W.E. Dassonville right side below image. Circa: early 20th century. Dimensions: Folder 14.5x16.5 in. Paper 9.75x11.5 in. Image 7.5x9.5 in. Condition: No creases, waves, foxing, tears, etc in paper. In protective plastic folder. Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P. Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Shipping: 20x14x6, 1 lb. Listed by: Amanda 4256 CNX VX 1160 4446
Title: William Dassonville Lot Of 4 Dune Tree Photos Estate Described By: Nikki CNX VX 1160 4472 Description: Beautiful lot of four photographs of dunes and trees by William Edward Dassonville. Both pieces have estate stamps and are numbered 4112, 4113, 4279 and 4280. Three photos are matted and one is loose. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Stirling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Some of the prints in this estate have annotations indicating they are platinum or silver prints; however, this print is not annotated. Here are the specifications Signature: All pieces are unsigned Circa Date: Condition of piece: Some yellowing of the paper and marks from previous mounting Measurements of image: Photo 1- 4.5in x 3.5in (image),7in x 5in (paper),14in x 11in (matting) Photo 2- 4.5in x 3.5in (image),7in x 5in (paper),14in x 11in (matting) Photo 3- 9.5in x 7.5in (image), 13.75in x 12in (paper) Photo 4- 9.5in x 7.25in (image), 13.75in x 12in (paper), 20in x 16in (matting) Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Repairs: N/A Previous auction records: N/A Estimated size of packaging: 24in x 18in x 6in (dimensional weight is 13lbs) Additional Info: If the winning bidder would like to arrange to pick up their item at our store, please notify us by email and we will make the appropriate shipping adjustments.
Title: Dassonville Young Boy and Girl Photograph Description: A darling photograph showing two young children, probably siblings. They are wearing button top shoes. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Stirling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Some of the prints in this estate have annotations indicating they are platinum or silver prints; however, this print is not annotated. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. Signed: W. E. Dassonville, lower right corner of photo. Circa: early 20th century. Dimensions: Folio 20x16 inches. Sight 6x8in. Condition: No creases, waves, foxing, tears, etc in paper. In a protective folio with plastic sheet over it. Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P. Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Shipping: 24x18x6, 13 lbs. dimensional weight. Listed by: Amanda 4134 CNX VX 1160 4443
Title: Dassonville Woman Reading Newspaper Photo Description: A photograph of an old woman reading a newspaper. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Stirling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Some of the prints in this estate have annotations indicating they are platinum or silver prints; however, this print is not annotated. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. Signed: Not signed, estate stamp on back. Circa: early 20th century. Dimensions: Backing 13.5x11 inches. Sight 8x6 inches. Condition: No creases, waves, foxing, tears, etc in paper. In protective plastic folder. Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P. Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Shipping: 24x18x6, 13 lbs. dimensional weight. Listed by: Amanda 4135 CNX VX 1160 4438
Title: William Dassonville Lot Of 2 Countryside Photos Estate Described By: Nikki CNX VX 1160 4461 Description: Nice lot of two photographs of Fort Ross and a countryside fence by William Edward Dassonville. Both pieces have estate stamps and are numbered 4006 and 4101. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Stirling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Some of the prints in this estate have annotations indicating they are platinum or silver prints; however, this print is not annotated. Here are the specifications Signature: Both photos are signed W.E. Dassonville Circa Date: Condition of piece: Some yellowing of the paper over time, some marks from previous hanging Measurements of image: Image- 9in x 8.5in, 9.5in x 7.5in; paper- 11in x 10.5in, 13.75in x 13.75in; matting- 20in x 16in, 20in x 16in Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Repairs: N/A Previous auction records: N/A Estimated size of packaging: 24in x 18in x 6in (dimensional weight is 17lbs) Additional Info: If the winning bidder would like to arrange to pick up their item at our store, please notify us by email and we will make the appropriate shipping adjustments.
Title: Dassonville Lot 2 George Sterling Golden Gate Bridge SF Description: A lot of 2 photographs by William Edward Dassonville. One photo is a portrait of George Sterling, an American writer based in the Bay Area. The other photograph shows the Golden Gate Bridge. Both are on thick textured paper. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Sterling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Some of the prints in this estate have annotations indicating they are platinum or silver prints; however, this lot is not annotated. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. Signed: Neither photograph is signed. Circa: early 20th century. Dimensions: Golden gate bridge photo is paper 11.875x9.875 inches, image 10x7.75 inches. Sterling photo mat17x14 inches, sight 8x6 inches. Condition: No creases, waves, foxing, tears, etc in paper. One mounted in mat board, both in protective plastic folders. Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P. Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Shipping: 24x18x6, 13 lbs. dimensional weight. Listed by: Amanda 4142-4166 CNX VX 1160 4506
Title: William Dassonville Half Dome North Dome Yosemite Photo Description: A breathtaking photograph of Yosemite in the early 20th century, just a few years after officially becoming a national park. In the photo you can see half dome and the north dome with a valley in the center and trees in the foreground. On lightly textured paper. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Stirling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Some of the prints in this estate have annotations indicating they are platinum or silver prints; however, this print is not annotated. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. Signed: Not signed. Circa: early 20th century. Dimensions: Folio 16x20 inches. Paper/image 6.75x9.5 inches. Condition: No creases, waves, foxing, tears, etc in paper. In a protective folio with plastic sheet over it. Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P. Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Shipping: 24x18x6, 13 lbs. dimensional weight. Listed by: Amanda 4116 CNX VX 1160 4496
WILLIAM DASSONVILLE. Portrait of William Keith, c. 1904. 7.8x5.8" platinum print, mounted on 8.3x6.3" paper, mounted on 10.5x8.5". Printed c. 1904. Signed in black ink on print recto. Sold for the benefit of the Maine Coast Heritage Trust from the Estate of Jonathan Stein. Jonathan Stein was a collector with a fine sense of connoisseurship and with Daniel Wolf was a co-publisher of 4 Eliot Porter portfolios. He collected images throughout the history of Photography. Born in Sacramento, California, in 1879 to middle-class parents, William Edward Dassonville and his family moved to San Francisco when he was a child. Given a camera at a young age, he used it to document his family and friends as well as trips across the state. He joined San Francisco's avant-garde Camera Club, attending their lectures, trips, and exhibitions as well as writing articles for Camera Craft, the club's publication. In his twenties, he became acquainted with the city's artists including William Keith, George Stirling, Maynard Dixon, and John Muir, whom he later photographed in the portrait studio he opened with Oscar Maurer in 1900. Although the studio was destroyed by the 1906 earthquake, Dassonville managed to salvage some of his work. He supported himself by taking portraits but continued to make beautiful platinum prints of the California landscape in the pictorialist style. In the 1920s, he shifted his focus to San Francisco's waterfront, skyline, and architecture. These impressionist images were printed on Dassonville's own "Charcoal Black" paper. In response to the shortage of platinum printing paper with the onset of World War I, the photographer and self-taught chemist developed an alternative paper coating that had the tonal intricacy of platinum that was heralded by Ansel Adams, Imogene Cunningham, and many others. Although Dassonville won numerous prizes and awards and exhibited his pictorialist landscapes alongside the work of Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence H. White, Gertrude Kasebier, and other pioneering photographers during his life, he was a relatively unknown medical photographer at Stanford University at the time of his death in 1957. His reputation was rehabilitated when two California art dealers found a trove of Dassonville's work in a pair of trunks several years ago. Like late nineteenth century paintings, Dassonville's rich tonal photographs infuse both people and places with a haunting and ethereal quality while honoring photography's place within the fine arts. Credit: https://www.icp.org/browse/archive/constituents/william-edward-dassonville William Keith (1838-1911) was one of the leading western landscape painters of the late nineteenth century. Keith was born in Aberdeen, Scotland and emigrated to New York with his family in 1850. He apprenticed with a wood engraver and later worked for Harper Brothers publishers. He may first have visited California in 1858 on assignment, but also visited Scotland that same year, and worked at the London Daily News. In 1859, Keith moved to San Francisco where he worked for an engraver before setting up his own engraving shop with a partner. He first studied painting with Samuel Brookes in 1863, and took watercolor instruction from his wife, Elizabeth Emerson, whom he married in 1864. In 1868, Keith gave up engraving to pursue painting full time, encouraged by having received a commission from a steamship company to paint landscapes along the Columbia River. In 1869, the Keiths left for Dusseldorf, Germany where William studied with Albert Flamm and Andreas Achenbach, although he did not enroll at the Royal Academy. More influential on his style of painting were the French Barbizon painters who emphasized mood and emotion over the dramatized realism of the German romantic painters. Leaving Europe, the Keiths spent the winter of 1871-72 painting in the Boston studio of William Hahn. The Barbizon and other "modern French" paintings had become popular on the east coast, and Keith's canvases received critical acclaim at exhibitions in Boston and New York. After returning to San Francisco in 1872, Keith joined the Bohemian Club and started exhibiting his work there. He met naturalist John Muir that same year and the two became lifelong friends. Muir led the painter into seldom visited landscapes around California, especially in his beloved Sierra Nevada and Yosemite. During the 1870s, Keith completed several eight-by-ten-foot paintings of High Sierra views which were thought to rival the monumental canvases of Thomas Hill, the other renowned California landscape painter of the era. Elizabeth Keith died in 1882, and the next year William married Mary McHenry a pioneering female law school graduate. The couple soon left for Munich where Keith studied portrait painting for two years. Returning to California, the Keiths settled in Berkeley although William maintained a studio in San Francisco, commuting each day on the ferry. The studio burned in the earthquake and fire of 1906, and Keith is said to have lost as many as 2000 paintings. After a trip to Alaska in 1887, Keith mounted a show at the Bohemian Club he titled Dreams of Alaska. These paintings were not literal translations of the views he sketched on location, but rather "fantasies of a poetical nature" as the catalogue from the show reported. Following his second trip to Europe, Keith's style of painting had become even looser and more evocative under influence of the French landscapists. By the 1890s, he had pushed this "suggestive" approach to capturing the landscape into the realm of tonalism, perhaps partially influenced by George Innes who painted in Keith's studio for several weeks in 1891. The two also painted together in Monterey and Yosemite, and both were Swedenborgians, which probably drove their search for the spiritual truths of the landscape that lay behind its surface appearances. Paintings made during the last two decades of Keith's life tend to be smaller, darker, and moodier than his brighter and more evenly lighted early work. Keith exhibited widely from the 1870s until his death, including participation in international expositions, museum shows, and solo shows in London and at the Macbeth Gallery in New York. He received numerous awards for his work. Four years after his death, Keith was honored with an entire room devoted to his paintings at the Panama-Pacific International Exposition. Credit: https://www.medicinemangallery.com/william-keith-biography
Title: Dassonville California Coastline Trees Photos Lot of 4 Description: A lot of 4 photographs by William Edward Dassonville. These photos show the California coastline in various locations around the state including Sausalito and the Monterey coast. All are on thick textured paper. William Edward Dassonville (1879-1957) was a California photographer primarily known for his landscapes. He was an associate of Ansel Adams and worked with William Keith, George Sterling, Maynard Dixon, and John Miur. Born in Sacramento, CA, he acted as secretary of the California Camera Club and contributed to Camera Craft. He also invented a velvety surfaced printing paper that he later manufactured commercially (REF: Getty). His chemistry was heralded by Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham, and he exhibited alongside Alfred Stieglitz, Clarence White, and Gertrude Kasebier (REF: icp org). Some of the prints in this estate have annotations indicating they are platinum or silver prints; however, this lot is not annotated. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. Signed: all are estate stamped, none are signed. Circa: early 20th century. Dimensions: Paper 11x13.75 inches. Hardboard backing (for three photos) approx. 14x14 inches. Condition: No creases, waves, foxing, tears, etc in paper. All are in protective plastic folders. Provenance: Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to most of the works being estate stamped we have identified several prints additionally carrying the Donald P. Dassonville signed authentication stamp. Shipping: 24x18x6, 13 lbs. dimensional weight. Listed by: Amanda 4020 4107 4262 4276 CNX VX 1160 4517
