Antique CDV W. S. Howard Old Lady In Lace Collar North East Pennsylvania

Antique CDV W. S. Howard Old Lady In Lace Collar North East Pennsylvania

This original CDV depicts a dignified old lady wearing an intricate lace collar, captured by the studio of W. S. Howard. The portrait showcases the somber yet elegant fashion of the nineteenth century, emphasizing the delicate textures of her attire against the formal studio backdrop common to North East Pennsylvania photography of the era.

Collectors of regional Americana will value this piece for its connection to the local history of North East Pennsylvania and the specific artistry of the Howard studio. It serves as a poignant genealogical artifact representing the Victorian period's distinct portraiture style and social character.

A classic example of a mid-to-late 1800s lady in her finest lace.