1/9 plate daguerreotype of a woman with center-parted dark hair smoothed over her ears. She wears a plaid dress with gathered sleeves, a broad white lace collar, dark necklace and gold-highlighted dangling earrings and brooch. Shaped brass mat has a scalloped opening and beaded border, with heavy spotting and blue-green corrosion. Floral embossed preserver has bent, uneven edges and splits along the left side. Image is not sealed and shows scattered spots, fine scratches and edge tarnish. Full wood/composite case has matching front and back with a central oval floral motif, layered scalloped borders and elaborate leafy corner scrolls. Red velvet pillow features a pressed lyre with curling scrolls; velvet is worn and discolored. Latch is present. Case has rubbing, chips and covering losses.
