Antique CDV A. R. Orem Gorgeous Lady in Lace Collar Striped Dress Chicago

Antique CDV A. R. Orem Gorgeous Lady in Lace Collar Striped Dress Chicago

This antique CDV captures a gorgeous lady posed in a striking striped dress, a classic example of nineteenth-century fashion. The composition highlights her intricate lace collar, which provides a delicate contrast to the bold patterns of her garment. Produced by A. R. Orem, this portrait serves as a refined window into the high-society aesthetics of historic Chicago.

Collectors of Illinois history and Victorian portraiture will value this Orem studio piece for its sharp detail and stylistic elegance. The garment’s construction and the subject's poised expression offer an authentic glimpse into the era’s social standards. It is a premier representative of Gilded Age photography from the heart of the Midwest.

A sophisticated portrait of a lady in a striped dress.