Antique CDV Talbott & Burt Old Lady IN Dress With Shawl & Basket Rushville IN

Antique CDV Talbott & Burt Old Lady IN Dress With Shawl & Basket Rushville IN

This Talbott & Burt CDV captures a portrait of an old lady in a dress, posing with a shawl and basket in a studio setting. The composition reflects the formal mid-to-late 19th-century aesthetic, where the subject's stoic expression and textured garments suggest a life of quiet industry. The inclusion of the woven basket adds a unique narrative element to this Rushville, IN production.

Collectors of Indiana history or antique photography will find this piece a compelling example of regional portraiture from the Rushville area. It serves as a tangible link to the Victorian era, showcasing the specific fashion and studio artistry of the Talbott & Burt partnership.

A fascinating glimpse of a lady in a dress with her basket.