Isn't VKN the BOMB?

Sometimes, the negatives will be given to a local museum, historical society, or library.
Tracking down Herbert Pope's descendants would be a first step.

Find out what happened to the studio. If no one in the family took it over, was it sold to another studio.
Usually, they will keep the equipment and negatives as assets.

If the building was bought an entirely different business, they may have stored the negatives in the attic, basement, or backroom.
You never know!

And yes, we would like a summary of your research findings!

Peace,
"Guided by the Ancestors"
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