Antique PNW 1929 Earl's Sheep Fossil Oregon 4.5x3 Original Photo

Description: A one-of a kind antique photo from the photo collection of Pacific Northwest photographer Oscar Loomis. His 1927-1937 collection spans a number of fascinating voyages on ships and on foot. Mr Loomis would go on to join the Merchant Marines in WWII. This personal photo is likely the only original in existence. Type & Size: A 4.5x3" original photograph.Condition: Original to the era and in good to fair antique condition; may have missing portions, age wear, smudging, corners may have slight damage or some light creasing. Reverse side may have remnants (that do not affect the image) from being in a photo album or collection. Please see photos. This photo depicts a large flock of sheep grazing on a grassy hillside in Fossil, Oregon. The image showcases the rural landscape with sparse vegetation and few trees in the background. The sheep are distributed across the hill, and the scene is tranquil and pastoral, indicating early 20th-century agricultural life. The photograph was taken in 1929.Fossil, Oregon, gets its name from the multitude of fossils discovered in the area, particularly from the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. The town has a rich history of ranching and farming, contributing significantly to the local economy. This photo captures a moment in time when sheep herding was a common and essential occupation in the region, emblematic of the agricultural practices of the era."Earl's Sheep" is written in white ink on the bottom left corner of the photograph, indicating the possible owner of the sheep or the name given to the herd. No other identifiable people or logos are present in the photo.

Price: 22 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2025-01-27T14:49:36.000Z

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