This is a rare antique tintype photograph from 1870 featuring a hidden mother holding her baby. The image is in black and white and has a lustre finish. The photograph is unframed and in portrait orientation.

The photograph is an original and not a licensed reprint. It is a one of a kind (OOAK) piece and was produced using the tintype technique. The subjects of the photograph are women, a baby, and children and infants. The image is a snapshot of domestic and family life in the USA during the 19th century. The photograph is perfect for collectors of Americana, social history, fashion, and portrait enthusiasts.

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