Young Man in Bucket Hat with Palm Trees and Folding Camera, c. 1940s-50s Snapshot travel soap and towels in what I believe would

in what I believe would be described as a brass repousse frame

A few very minor chips but overall great condition

Even cooler to learn about the fascinating  life of "Professor" Robert Heller  (born William Henry Palmer

The figure at left

Young Man in Bucket Hat with Palm Trees and Folding Camera, c. 1940s-50s Snapshot travel soap and towels in what I believe wouldThis feels so mid century southern California to me, and the light with that "golden hour" quality I can only imagine our young man here about to head to the beach and photograph the surfers. I love a portrait like this, lots packed into it is an effortless sort of way. 3 1 2" x 2 1 2". Very good condition. My first photo makes it appear as though a little yellowing around the edges, but really no evident toning at all.