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Description
Antique & Rare Australian Photograph
Cabinet Card (16.5 x 10.5 cms)
Title:
Colonial Australia
LADY
PORTRAIT
Blank. [reverse]
"D. Wood
near Town Hall
South Melbourne " [front]
[ D. Wood, being David Wood, photographer in Melbourne, Victoria ]
Seller Comment :
A rare photograph, most likely a one-of-kind, and of high photographic skill quality, in a studio setting. The lady has clothing fashion of the era, and shows her clothing finery as a three quarter standing pose.
Condition? :
Check photos in description, but in my opinion, the photograph is in very good condition.
In general terms, Expect some surface soiling, foxing spot marks , and wear from age/handling.
Size? :
approx 16.5cms x 10.5cms ....
Photograph laid on Studio Card, partial remnants of original tissue fly leaf still attached to top.
Age? :
Undated, however Attributed to circa 1870's to 1880's
Original? / Rarity? :
100% Original.
Rare.....most likely the only one printed and purchased by the family of the subjects in the picture. This photograph was found in a moderate collection of other old Australian produced CDV's /calling cards/cabinet cards.
..I have taken good clear photos, so please take the time to inspect all , to help you judge the condition as well as the description above, happy to answer any questions.