Vernacular stereoview of the Kilburn Brothers Stereoscopic View Factory marker

Littleton, New Hampshire, 1970. Vernacular stereoview depicting the New Hampshire historical marker, erected in 1970, that commemorates the Kilburn Brothers Stereoscopic View Factory in Littleton: “Here, from 1867 to 1909, the world famous Kilburn brothers, Benjamin and Edward, produced and distributed thousands of stereoscopic views.” The Kilburn brothers established their business just as stereography was emerging as a popular form of American parlor entertainment and education. While the brothers were particularly noted for their stereoviews of New Hampshire’s scenic White Mountains, the Kilburn Company offered a wide range of images, and remained in business for over forty years. This vintage homemade stereoview is an evocative homage to the brothers, and a rare example of meta-stereography. Original black and white stereoview photograph, measuring 3 x 6.25 inches, mounted to backing card measuring 3.5 x 7 inches. Lightest wear.