Vintage Steam Tractor Photos (Set of 5) — B/W Farm Ephemera

Set of 5 vintage black-and-white steam tractor snapshots. Mid-century prints showing 1890s–1930s traction engines—perfect for collectors, décor, or gifts.

Product Highlights

• Authentic set: 5 original B/W snapshots of steam traction engines & early tractors
• Print era: 1940s–1950s photo paper with processing numbers
• Subject era: Late 1800s–1930s farm machinery in use and on display
• Sizes: (2) ~6"×4" and (3) ~5"×3"
• Why it matters: Clear reference views—canopies, belt drives, spoked wheels
• Ready to frame: Neutral tones suit office, den, garage, or gallery wall
• One lot: You receive all five photographs

Specs

• Type: Gelatin silver photographs (glossy)
• Sizes: (2) ~6"×4", (3) ~5"×3" (approx.)
• Color: Black & white
• Origin: Mid-20th-century prints; North American farm scenes ,farm estate sale find

Description

These five vintage photographs capture the muscle of early agriculture—steam traction engines and threshing tractors at work and on display. The prints themselves are mid-century (circa 1940s–1950s), while the machines pictured date to the late 19th–early 20th century.

Each snapshot shows useful detail: wide canopies, spoked drive wheels, boiler fronts, and belt-drive setups. Because of their clarity and variety, they’re great for collectors, restorers, and industrial décor. Frame them as a set, gift them to a tractor fan, or file them for research.

Condition: Good (G). Clean, displayable images with light curl from storage, mild edge/corner wear, a few handling specks; one photo has a small rust-colored edge stain. No tears noted. Shipped flat with protective backing.

What you’ll receive: the exact lot shown—5 original photographs (not modern reprints).

FAQ 

Are these originals?
Yes—mid-century photographic prints with period processing numbers on the backs.

What era is the machinery?
The photos show steam traction engines and early tractors from ~1890s–1930s.

How will you ship them?
Flat, with rigid backing for safe delivery.

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Disclaimer

All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.

While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.

Please Note:
These pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.

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