c1860, LEATHER CASED GILT FRAMED 1/6 PL. AMBROTYPE PHOTOGRAPH OF A FORMAL LADY
Description:
A wonderfully presented sixth plate ambrotype photograph depicting a lady, dating to the mid 19th Century, circa 1860.
The photograph is contained under glass within an engraved gilt metal oval mount and within a folding embossed leather frame with a hook catches to the side. The lady sits beside her bible, wearing a formal gingham style silk gown with a long guard chain, her hair worn down in ringlet curls from a loose bun. The exposure in good focus, even a portrait of her husband can be made out within the brooch at her neck.
The image is sixth plate size, 2 3/4" x 3 1/2".
Dimensions Case:
Height: 9.3 cm or 3 3/4 inches
Width: 8.1 cm or 3 3/16 inches
Weight: 82 grams
Condition:
In very good antique condition, the surface clean. Minor wear to the case. Please see the images provided which complement this description.
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