Handy Levin Collection
"Handy Levin: A Glimpse into the Lives of Extraordinary Individuals" Step back in time and explore the captivating world of Handy Levin
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"Handy Levin: A Glimpse into the Lives of Extraordinary Individuals" Step back in time and explore the captivating world of Handy Levin, a man whose legacy is immortalized through stunning photographs taken during significant periods in American history. From Confederate General Jubal Early's head-and-shoulders portrait, captured sometime between 1860 and 1870, to Adoniram J. Holmes of Iowa's enigmatic gaze from the late 19th century – these images offer a window into an era long gone. The Bradys Studio on Pennsylvania Ave. & 7th St. , Washington D. C. , serves as the backdrop for another intriguing photograph dating back to 1880-1883. Although its creator remains unknown, this image transports us to a time when bustling streets were filled with stories waiting to be told. Alexander Gardner's Photographic Gallery at 7th & D Street in Washington D. C. , circa 1863, showcases yet another mysterious figure lost to history. The intensity in their eyes hints at untold tales and unspoken truths that only they can reveal. General Nathan Bedford Forrest emerges from obscurity between 1880 and 1920, his presence commanding attention even through an anonymous photographer's lens. His story unfolds through each line etched upon his face – a testament to battles fought and victories won. In Camp McKibbin [Maryland?], we find Kit Carson's band gathered together in camaraderie during the summer of 1893. Their harmonious melodies echo across time as they create music that transcends boundaries and brings people closer together. Shall Old Acquaintance be Forgotten? Asks an unknown artist in their poignant creation from that same year – reminding us all of cherished memories shared with loved ones who have passed but are never truly forgotten. "Just a friendly____, " reads another photograph from this era, leaving room for interpretation as we ponder what word might complete the sentence.