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Evocative 19th-century photograph of early Pasadena showing one of the city's main streets. The view shows an unpaved and tree-lined Marengo Avenue, with a horse-drawn buggy rolling along in the center. The tranquil scene reflects the semi-rural charm of Pasadena before its rapid urbanization in the early 20th century. Given the unpaved road and the presence of a horse-drawn buggy, the image likely dates to the late 19th or very early 20th century, circa 1890, a period when Pasadena was transitioning from a small agricultural community to a burgeoning city.
Charles Betts Waite, known professionally as C. B. Waite, was a distinguished late 19th- and early 20th-century photographer celebrated for his detailed documentation of Southern California’s landscapes, architecture, and development. His Southern California work captures the early growth of cities and cultural landmarks, including missions and public spaces, illustrating the region’s transformation during a time of rapid expansion. Waite’s career also extended into Mexico, where he established a photographic business circa 1897, producing an extensive portfolio of images that depicted a wide array of Mexican subjects—from urban life to rural landscapes—further establishing his reputation as a prolific and skilled photographer whose work provides valuable insights into the historical landscapes of both Southern California and Mexico.
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