William Paul Langenheim Collection

Three Men Playing Cards, March, 1842. Creator: William Langenheim
Three Men Playing Cards, March, 1842

Frederick Langenheim, ca. 1849-50. Creator: William Langenheim
Frederick Langenheim, ca. 1849-50

Frederick David Langenheim, ca. 1851-52. Creator: William Langenheim
Frederick David Langenheim, ca. 1851-52

Frederick Langenheim, ca. 1851-53. Creator: William Langenheim
Frederick Langenheim, ca. 1851-53

Frederick Langenheim, ca. 1850-51. Creator: Frederick Langenheim
Frederick Langenheim, ca. 1850-51

William Langenheim, 1855-58. Creators: W. & F. Langenheim, William Langenheim
William Langenheim, 1855-58

Frederick Langenheim, ca. 1848-50. Creators: William Langenheim, Frederick Langenheim
Frederick Langenheim, ca. 1848-50

William Langenheim, ca. 1849-51. Creators: W. & F. Langenheim, William Langenheim
William Langenheim, ca. 1849-51

Frederick Langenheim Looking at Talbotypes, ca. 1849-51

210 Stereographs, 1850s-90s. Creators: Frederick Langenheim, William Langenheim
210 Stereographs, 1850s-90s

Middle-aged Man with Chinstrap Beard, Hand Tucked Inside Buttoned Jacket, 1840s-50s

Seated Man in Floral Vest, 1840s-50s. Creators: W. & F
Seated Man in Floral Vest, 1840s-50s

Mrs. Thomas Ustick Walter and Her Deceased Child, ca. 1846. Creators: W. & F
Mrs. Thomas Ustick Walter and Her Deceased Child, ca. 1846

Professor Schneiders Children, ca. 1842. Creators: W. & F
Professor Schneiders Children, ca. 1842

William and Sophia Palmer Langenheim, ca. 1846-47. Creators: W. & F
William and Sophia Palmer Langenheim, ca. 1846-47

William Langenheim, ca. 1853-55. Creators: W. & F. Langenheim, William Langenheim
William Langenheim, ca. 1853-55

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William Paul Langenheim was a talented photographer who captured various moments in history through his lens. In March 1842, he immortalized the camaraderie and intensity of Three Men Playing Cards. The image portrays the concentration on their faces as they engage in a timeless game. Throughout his career, Langenheim also turned his camera towards his family members. In ca. 1849-50, he photographed Frederick Langenheim, showcasing the bond between them with warmth and affection. This intimate portrait captures Frederick's essence and personality. Another captivating photograph by William Langenheim is that of Frederick David Langenheim from ca. 1851-52. The image reveals a young man full of promise and ambition, hinting at the potential within him waiting to be unleashed. In ca. 1850-51, William or possibly Frederick himself took an enchanting picture of Frederick Langenheim wearing a floral vest while seated gracefully. This photograph exudes elegance and showcases their artistic eye for composition. The collaboration between William and Frederick resulted in stunning stereographs during the 1850s-90s which provided viewers with immersive experiences through three-dimensional photography techniques. One intriguing self-portrait taken by William in 1855-58 shows him as a mature individual with wisdom etched onto his face—a testament to years spent honing his craft behind the camera. Not only did William capture people but also objects related to photography itself; one such instance is seen in "Frederick Langenheim Looking at Talbotypes" from ca. 1849-51 where we catch a glimpse into their world as pioneers of early photographic processes. Lastly, there are photographs depicting unidentified individuals like "Middle-aged Man with Chinstrap Beard" from the late 1840s-50s—his hand tucked inside buttoned jacket adds an air of mystery around this enigmatic figure whose story remains untold yet fascinating nonetheless. Through these glimpses into history, we can appreciate the artistry and skill of William Paul Langenheim.