Antique CDV L.B. Simonds Young Lady Sarah C. Fiske Polka Dot Dress Athol Mass

Antique CDV L.B. Simonds Young Lady Sarah C. Fiske Polka Dot Dress Athol Mass

This portrait captures the young lady Sarah C. Fiske in a poised studio pose. She is dressed in a distinctive polka dot dress that exemplifies mid-19th-century fashion, featuring the intricate textures and structured tailoring of the era. The composition reflects the professional artistry of the L.B. Simonds studio based in Athol, Mass.

Collectors of New England genealogy and Victorian textiles will value this antique CDV for its clear identification and regional history. It serves as a sharp window into the life of Sarah Fiske and the photographic legacy of the Simonds workshop during this period of American history. This is a fine example of a named portrait from Athol.