The 32 images in the collection are scanned from Peter Luttmer’s personal collection. The images are mostly portrait photos of Dunsmuir family members. Specifically, grandmother, Laura (Surles) Dunsmuir (1858-1937), mother, Kathleen Dunsmuir Humphreys, father, Selden Humphreys (1880-1960), and sisters Jill and Judith. Various other formal and informal family photos are included.
James and Laura Dunsmuir's children. From left: Marion, Elinor, Robin, Maye, Boy, Muriel, Kathleen, Byrdie, Bessie. Pencilled note on back reads: "Mrs. James Dunsmuir, Craigflower Road, frame suitably"
James "Boy" Dunsmuir, age about 1 year. Enhanced portrait, image of James superimposed on seashell bed, faux seaside studio set. By Mrs. R. Maynard, Photographic Artist, Victoria..
Mrs. Laura Dunsmuir, in orchard at Departure Bay, approaching a calf. Wearing floor- length walking costume, with long scarf, large brimmed hat. Wooden fence and or wall under construction visible in background.
Mrs. Laura Dunsmuir, standing at foot of Neptune steps, Hatley Park, leaning on cane. Dressed in ankle-length, striped walking suit, light scarf, straw hat. Trees are in full leaf in background.
Muriel Dunsmuir, dancing with unidentified man; both in theatrical costume. Muriel wearing long dress with train, bonnet with ribbon streamers, satin-laced dancing shoes.
Kathleen Dunsmuir, in lame Arabian-style gown, appears to be standing on deck of boat or ship. Location and date uncertain. Possibly taken during family trip aboard 1911-12, when the Dunsmuirs cruised the Nile.
Kathleen Dunsmuir, seated, in walking suit with tailored blouse and long tie. Tricorn felt hat, gloves, fox fur neck-piece and muff. Photograph is autographed "For Dear Miss Esam, December 1906."