Tag: Verascope

Thomas Comer, 1892-1915: A Tribute on Armistice Day

Thomas Comer, 1892-1915: A Tribute on Armistice Day

A chance purchase in 2019 of a photographic album of Lincolnshire, and the research that followed, lead me to rediscover the tragically short life of Thomas Comer, the first fallen hero of the Boston Artillery. I am sharing his story on Armistice Day as a tribute to the young man, 110 years after his death.

Get Ahead, Get a Hat

Get Ahead, Get a Hat

I'm very fortunate to welcome to the Stereoscopy Blog photo historian, independent lecturer, author and collector of wonderful stereoscopic images, Dr. Peter Blair. In his first post, he will introduce you to the world of sales and advertising in stereoscopy, through an incredible set of unusual Verascope slides in his collection.

Christmas Sledging in the 1910s in Stereoscopic 3-D!

Christmas Sledging in the 1910s in Stereoscopic 3-D!

As a little way to celebrate the festive season I'm sharing some glass Verascope slides from the 1910s.