Antique CDV Dan. M. Smith Young Lady Curly Hair Brooch Saginaw City Michigan

Antique CDV Dan. M. Smith Young Lady Curly Hair Brooch Saginaw City Michigan

This original CDV depicts a poised young lady captured in the studio of Dan. M. Smith. Her striking curly hair is styled in the elaborate fashion of the era, framing a face of quiet character. A prominent brooch is fastened at her collar, serving as a sharp focal point that highlights the Victorian attention to detail and personal adornment.

Originating from Saginaw City, Michigan, this portrait offers a window into the local history of the Great Lakes region during the mid-to-late 19th century. Collectors of Michigania or early American photography will value the clear imprint of the Smith studio and the classic aesthetic of the period. It is a fine example of regional portraiture from Saginaw City.