Antique 1/6 plate (2¾ × 3¼") daguerreotype photo of a handsome young gentleman posed standing with one hand tucked into his coat and the other resting naturally at his side. The portrait has strong clarity with excellent detail to the face, hair, clothing, and hands. The image features a dark background with subtle natural vignette characteristics that give the portrait impressive depth and contrast.
Housed in an ornate pressed wood case featuring an embossed floral and thistle bouquet design. The case retains both latches and hinge pins. The daguerreotype has been professionally resealed.
This example retains an earlier scalloped brass mat and matching preserver, consistent with mid-1850s styling. The image surface shows scattered tarnish spots, light wiping marks, and normal age-related imperfections common to daguerreotypes of this period. The case exterior displays edge wear, minor losses, and surface rubbing from age and handling, but overall remains very attractive and displays well.
A sharp and visually striking portrait with excellent presentation, strong contrast, and a particularly intense expression. Please review all photographs carefully for condition details.
Housed in an ornate pressed wood case featuring an embossed floral and thistle bouquet design. The case retains both latches and hinge pins. The daguerreotype has been professionally resealed.
This example retains an earlier scalloped brass mat and matching preserver, consistent with mid-1850s styling. The image surface shows scattered tarnish spots, light wiping marks, and normal age-related imperfections common to daguerreotypes of this period. The case exterior displays edge wear, minor losses, and surface rubbing from age and handling, but overall remains very attractive and displays well.
A sharp and visually striking portrait with excellent presentation, strong contrast, and a particularly intense expression. Please review all photographs carefully for condition details.
