Love Immortal: Antique Photographs and Stories of Dogs and Their People

A collection of 200 antique photographs, including daguerrotypes, ambrotypes, tintypes, cartes de visite, and sepia and black-and-white images, is presented in "Love Immortal: Portraits of Dogs from the Nineteenth and Early Twentieth Centuries." The photographs, which were taken from 1840 to 1930, capture the love and bond between dogs and their owners and offer a glimpse into the history of our association with pets. The book is accompanied by historical anecdotes, true stories, excerpts from literature, letters, quotes, and fun facts, providing insights into the history of our association with dogs, information on a range of breeds, and tips about animal care throughout the ages.

Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 29 September 2022
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

A captivating collection of 200 antique photographs, including daguerrotypes, ambrotypes, tintypes, cartes de visite, and sepia and black-and-white images, has been meticulously curated and published here for the first time. These remarkable images, carefully selected from the private collection of renowned antiques collector, dealer, and appraiser Anthony Cavo, are accompanied by an entertaining blend of historical anecdotes, true stories, excerpts from literature, letters, quotes, and fun facts.

Dogs have held a special place in the hearts of humans since the dawn of time, and their enduring love has been captured on film since the advent of photography in the nineteenth century. While the fashion and hairstyles of yesteryear may differ greatly from our modern perspectives, the undeniable bond between pets and their owners shines through in these photographs, remaining as poignant today as when they were first taken.

Anthony Cavo, an avid collector of nineteenth- and early twentieth-century photographs for over fifty years, has amassed an extensive catalog of antique photography, featuring hundreds of shots of people and their beloved dogs. From this vast collection, he has carefully curated a select 200 extraordinary pictures, spanning approximately 1840 to 1930. Cavo arranges his subjects thematically, combining different photographic formats and images from various eras to create visual interest. Whether it's a mix of a particular breed, a selection of images in shadow, or two images identical in pose but taken decades apart or in vastly different locations, Cavo's artistic vision brings these historical photographs to life in a unique and captivating way.

In his introduction, Cavo offers a personal perspective on this remarkable treasury, providing insights into his lifelong passion for antique photography and his deep connection with the subjects depicted in these images. This compendium serves as a testament to the enduring power of love and the enduring legacy of our furry companions, offering a glimpse into the past and a window into the hearts of pet owners throughout history.

Weight: 866g
Dimension: 237 x 181 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780063204294