Lot 645

Original K.F. Roahen Montana Tinted Photograph

Estimate: $150 - $300

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This is an original tinted photograph by Montana photographer Kenneth F. Roahen. Roahen was born on August 27, 1888 in Claflin, Kansas. As a youth, he received a small, inexpensive camera as a gift. With the camera, he taught himself the art of photography. He enlisted in the U. S. Army in World War I. After his discharge, he was told to "live the outdoor life" if he wanted to be healthy. He went to work for the U. S. Fish and Wildlife as a game agent and photographer in 1924. In 1930, Roahen was transferred to Billings, Montana. He retired in 1954, but not from his love of photography. He was a past president and director of the Custer Battlefield Historical Museum, the Yellowstone County Historical Society, and the Izaak Walton League. The caption of the back of the frame reads, "Chrome Mt Rock Creek Cooke City Highway. Scene from Billings-Red Lodge Highway to Cooke City Entrance Yellowstone Park. By K.F. Roahen". The photo shows a wonderful view of Chrome Mountain peak. It has been hand-tinted and shows good condition. The picture is signed in the bottom left corner. The frame measures 2" wide and is 22.5" x 18.5".