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| Introduction |
| 1 | Introduction to studio properties, accessories and novelties |
| 2 | Nineteenth century Photographic Studios - Properties, accessories and novelties |
| 3 | Marie Dahle (née Gullord, 1868-1952, Norway): Studio props from the studio of photographer Marie Dahle |
| 4 | Cartes de visite: Studio prop placement |
| 5 | Cabinet cards: Studio prop placement |
| 6 | A contemporary thought on the properties, accessories and novelties used in 19th studios |
| Kinds of props used in studios |
| 7 | Props, accessories and novelties: Head rests - illustrations |
| 8 | Props, accessories and novelties: Head rests - photographs |
| 9 | Props, accessories and novelties: Chairs |
| 10 | Props, accessories and novelties: Chairs - Illustrations |
| 11 | Props, accessories and novelties: Posing chairs for children |
| 12 | Props, accessories and novelties: Posing furniture with restraints |
| 13 | Props, accessories and novelties: Tables |
| 14 | Props, accessories and novelties: Benches |
| 15 | Props, accessories and novelties: Curtains |
| 16 | Props, accessories and novelties: Columns, plinths and pedestals |
| 17 | Props, accessories and novelties: Balustrades |
| 18 | Props, accessories and novelties: Steps and staircases |
| 19 | Props, accessories and novelties: Rocks, boulders and stones |
| 20 | Props, accessories and novelties: Rustic fences, gates, trees and stumps |
| 21 | Props, accessories and novelties: Swings |
| 22 | Props, accessories and novelties: Cameras |
| 23 | Props, accessories and novelties: Toys |
| 24 | Props, accessories and novelties: Horses |
| 25 | Props, accessories and novelties: Elephants |
| 26 | Studio flooring and coverings |
| 27 | Watch-the-birdie |
| Aspirations |
| 28 | Aspirational props |
| Conclusions |
| 29 | Conclusions on studio props |
