Antique CDV Circa H Rubin Young Woman Sister Tell Ithaca NY

Antique CDV Circa H Rubin Young Woman Sister Tell Ithaca NY

This antique CDV captures a poised young woman from the late 19th century, identified as a sister of the Tell family. Seated for her portrait at the H Rubin studio in Ithaca, NY, she embodies the refined fashion of the era with a look that is both contemplative and dignified. The composition highlights the sharp focus and artistry typical of the Rubin studio’s regional work.

Collectors of New York genealogy and Victorian portraiture will value this piece for its specific connection to the Ithaca area and the Tell family lineage. It serves as a striking example of a circa 1870s-1880s photographic record, offering a tangible link to the social history of upstate New York. This image is a classic representation of a young woman from a bygone era.