Antique CDV Circa 1860s S. M. Hartwell Handsome Bearded Man in Suit DE Kalb Ill

Antique CDV Circa 1860s S. M. Hartwell Handsome Bearded Man in Suit DE Kalb Ill

This original CDV features a handsome bearded man in a formal suit, captured by the lens of S. M. Hartwell. The portrait reflects the mid-nineteenth-century aesthetic of De Kalb, Ill, showcasing the sharp tailoring and grooming standards common for a gentleman of the era.

Dating to circa the 1860s, this antique photograph serves as a window into Illinois history. Collectors of Civil War-era portraiture will value the clear studio work of Hartwell and the dignified expression of the subject. The composition highlights the fashion and character of the decade with great clarity.

A striking historical record of this handsome bearded man from De Kalb.