Lot of 4 Late 19th Century American Victorian Cabinet Card/Studio Print Portrait Photographs
Lot of 4 Late 19th Century American Victorian Cabinet Card/Studio Print Portrait Photographs
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Up for sale is a Lot of 4 Late 19th Century American Victorian Cabinet Card/Studio Print Portrait Photographs! The largest one measures 6” by 9”. The smallest one measures 4 5/16” by 6 1/2”. The lot is in great overall condition with minor signs of wear consistent with their age and use. Please message us if you have any questions. Thanks!
Step back in time with this captivating collection of late 19th century American antique portrait photographs, featuring an assortment of original Victorian cabinet cards and matted studio prints. This curated historical lot showcases a fascinating window into late 19th century family life, featuring formal couple portraits, an individual child study with period studio props, a sibling group portrait, and an intimate mother-and-infant portrait. Each albumen or silver gelatin print is preserved within its original textured cardstock mount or embossed folder, displaying classic sepia-toned hues ranging from warm amber and chocolate brown to muted charcoal gray against contrasting mount backdrops of muted olive, dark slate, cream, and deep charcoal. These authentic historical artifacts include a unique "ghost image" silhouette imprint on the reverse side of one card resulting from decades of chemical migration in storage. This remarkable group makes an exceptional acquisition for ephemera collectors, genealogists, artists seeking vintage collage elements, collectors of oddities and curiosities, or anyone looking to display authentic 19th century American history.
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