Michael Lehr Antiques
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September 2026 Photographic History Auction
Our September 2026 auction is anchored by two remarkable private collections that together showcase the richness and diversity of nineteenth-century American photography, alongside a broader selection of consignments spanning early photography, Civil War material, and vernacular imagery. The first is the collection of James Lee Soffer, assembled over decades with a discerning eye for rarity, historical significance, and visual impact. Spanning the earliest decades of photography through the Civil War era, the Soffer Collection is particularly strong in vernacular portraiture, Native American photographs, and Iowa Civil War imagery, offering collectors an exceptional opportunity to acquire fresh-to-market material. Complementing the Soffer Collection is an outstanding Palmer, Massachusetts collection, much of it discovered over years of searching the fields and dealers of Brimfield. Rich in maker-marked daguerreotypes, the collection reflects the golden age of the American daguerreian studio, with numerous identified photographers and finely executed portraits that will appeal to collectors of early photographic processes, regional makers, and occupational history. Together, these two collections make up about half of the sale and give the auction unusual depth across daguerreotypes, ambrotypes, tintypes, CDVs, and cabinet cards, featuring both historically important subjects and compelling vernacular images that reward careful study. From documented Civil War photographs and Native American portraits to scarce maker-marked daguerreotypes and exceptional nineteenth-century studio work, this sale offers opportunities for seasoned collectors and new enthusiasts alike, with broad appeal across multiple collecting categories throughout the rest of the catalog as well. Collectors bidding directly through our platform receive free shipping on all photographic purchases greater than $500.Bidder Reviews for Michael Lehr Antiques (24)
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MatthewDevens, MA
Feb 21, 2026
Excellent Service and Quality!
Item described well. Very fast delivery. Would buy from again. Thank You.
ElizabethFairfax Sta, VA
Sep 27, 2025
Seamless and easy transaction
This was a very easy and quick transaction. The items were received quickly and exactly as described.
BrettVancouver, WA
Feb 19, 2025
Professional and courteous
Communicated a slight hiccup in shipping promptly. Put me at ease and item arrived safely and quickly.
MikeCutler Bay, FL
Feb 15, 2025
Honest company, accurate descriptions and quality items
Michael Lehr Antiques is an honest company. They provide accurate descriptions of their auction items and the items themselves are high quality. I would bid and purchase from them again.
JoeLos Angeles, CA
Jun 8, 2024
Great items for sale. Seemless purchasing and shipping services.
Very happy with my first experience with this seller.
DarylPortsmouth, OH
Jun 8, 2024
Great Communication
Nice auction they got right back with me when I ask for more information, and had my won items within a week. Looking forward to their next auction.
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