1/6 plate daguerreotype of an elderly couple seated side by side. The man has wavy hair, sideburns and a chin beard, and wears a dark coat, buttoned vest, white shirt and dark bow tie. The woman has center-parted hair beneath a white lace cap with long ribbons, a patterned dress with pleated bodice and a white lace collar. Brass mat has a broad plain surface and an ornate scalloped opening; floral embossed preserver has small bends along the top. Pronounced blue-green, purple and brown discoloration surrounds the image along the mat opening. Scattered spots and fine scratches are visible. Professionally resealed. Half wood/composite case features an embossed bouquet of roses, flowers and leaves within an oval and patterned borders. Latch is present. Case has peeling, chips and worn edges.
