James Valentine

James Valentine (June 12, 1815 - June 19, 1879), Scottish photographer, original carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph depicting the small Scottish town of "Hermitage, Dunkeld." Credited as "J. Valentine, Photographer to the Queen, Dundee." Circa mid-late 19th Century.

Valentine's of Dundee produced Scottish topographical views from the 1860s, and later became internationally famous as the producers of picture postcards. The business Valentine & Sons Ltd was founded in Dundee in 1851 by James Valentine. He added portrait photography to the activities of his established Dundee business, which had been based up to 1851 on the engraving, printing and supply of business stationery. In 1855 he erected one of the largest photographic glasshouses in Britain.

Verso is blank and clean. In very good condition with slight signs of wear and handling.