Condition notes:

Original vintage photograph with age toning, light surface wear, edge/corner wear, and creasing visible, especially near the upper right/back side. Back has light pencil/number markings. Please see photos for exact condition.

eBay description:

Original vintage black-and-white snapshot photograph showing an African American man seated outdoors in a yard or garden, holding a cat. The image has great character, with both the man and cat looking directly toward the camera.

Likely dates to the 1930s–1940s based on clothing, hat style, photo paper, and overall look. Location and photographer are unknown. Back has light pencil/number markings but no identifying names or location.

A strong vernacular photography image with African American history, pet/cat, backyard portrait, and social history appeal.

Details:

* Subject: Man holding cat / backyard portrait

* Era: Circa 1930s–1940s

* Type: Original vintage photograph

* Color: Black & white

* Back: Light markings, no full identification

* Size: 4 1/2” x 3 1/2”

* Condition: Used vintage condition with creases, toning, and edge/corner wear

Item specifics:

* Type: Photograph

* Subject: Men, Cats, African American History, Portrait

* Theme: Vernacular Photography, Pets, Social History, People

* Original/Reprint: Original Print

* Color: Black & White

* Time Period Manufactured: 1925–1949

* Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print

* Listed By: Dealer or Reseller

* Framing: Unframed

Listing angle:

Lead with “Man Holding Cat” and “African American Vernacular Photo.” The cat makes this more sellable than a standard portrait.