A one-of a kind antique photo from the photo collection of Pacific Northwest photographer Oscar Loomis. His 1927-1937 collection spans a number of fascinating voyages on ships and on foot. Mr Loomis would go on to join the Merchant Marines in WWII. This personal photo is likely the only original in existence.
Type & Size: A 4.5x2.5" original photograph.
Condition: Original to the era and in good to fair antique condition; may have missing portions, age wear, smudging, corners may have slight damage or some light creasing. Reverse side may have remnants (that do not affect the image) from being in a photo album or collection. Please see photos.
This black-and-white photograph portrays a camping scene from 1929 in Eastern Oregon. The campers have set up multiple tents in a forested area, with the background filled with tall pine trees. Cars from that era are visible on the left side, suggesting the group traveled by car. In the foreground, a couple of people are engaged in activities at the campsite, possibly preparing meals or organizing supplies.
During the late 1920s, camping in the Pacific Northwest was a popular recreational activity, allowing people to explore the extensive natural landscapes of the region. Eastern Oregon, with its vast forests, rivers, and mountainous terrain, offered prime locations for such outdoor adventures. The presence of the vintage automobiles suggests this was a well-organized trip, possibly by a group of friends or a family.
Visible text in the photo includes the handwritten caption “Ye Happy Camp. 9-21-1929”. There are no identifiable individuals mentioned in this photograph.
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