Some photographs from the Department of Transportation were recently offered on ebay - not modern, but vintage prints, ca. 1910. I queried the seller (politely, I hope) with my name and address about where he got them, and did he have clear title to them. The response I got is below - distribution to the full list may not capture his giant (panicky?) font.
Best, Christopher Gray
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From: Iconpix
To: MetHistory
Hello : Are you an attorney ? What is your interest in this matter. Has anyone reported it stolen ?
This is a original photograph. ANYBODY can
own a photograph. I am not using it for
advertising or commercial purposes. Is is
sold as " art " for your home or exhibition.
Please identify yourself properly and tell me
your personal interest and I will answer your question.
Regards Ike of iconpix