Taber Albumen Photograph “Grand Dining Room, Chinese Restaurant”. Isaiah West Taber (1830 – 1912) was a prolific photographer of California and life in California in the 19th and early 20th Century, especially Chinese American life, business, and culture. This albumen photograph, 8.5″ x 5.25″, captures a Grand Dining Room of the Chinese Restaurant, Washington Street, San Francisco. A rare TRUE VINTAGE photograph in excellent condition. See pictures for details. New & Used Products. Please message us with any questions.