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Antique CDV Wm. H. Sharpsteen Old Lady IN Bonnet And Dress Victorian Unmarked
$12.99 USD
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Antique CDV Wm. H. Sharpsteen Old Lady IN Bonnet And Dress Victorian Unmarked
This original CDV features a portrait of an old lady in a bonnet and dress, captured by the photographer Wm. H. Sharpsteen. The subject is posed with the formal dignity typical of the era, showcasing the intricate textures of her Victorian attire. Although the reverse remains unmarked, the studio credit identifies this as a genuine piece of regional photographic history.
Collectors of 19th-century portraiture will appreciate this Sharpsteen example for its clear representation of period fashion and matronly character. It serves as a poignant window into the Victorian age, capturing the specific aesthetic of mourning or daily elder wear. This antique image is a classic addition to any collection focused on early American social history.
A somber and dignified portrait of a lady in her Sunday best.
This original CDV features a portrait of an old lady in a bonnet and dress, captured by the photographer Wm. H. Sharpsteen. The subject is posed with the formal dignity typical of the era, showcasing the intricate textures of her Victorian attire. Although the reverse remains unmarked, the studio credit identifies this as a genuine piece of regional photographic history.
Collectors of 19th-century portraiture will appreciate this Sharpsteen example for its clear representation of period fashion and matronly character. It serves as a poignant window into the Victorian age, capturing the specific aesthetic of mourning or daily elder wear. This antique image is a classic addition to any collection focused on early American social history.
A somber and dignified portrait of a lady in her Sunday best.
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