Antique CDV George M. Bretz Young Woman Pottsville Penna
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Antique CDV George M. Bretz Young Woman Pottsville Penna

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Condition
Used
Category
Collectibles:Photographic Images:Photographs
Location
Wichita, Kansas, US
Item ID
398068340468
Description

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Antique CDV George M. Bretz Young Woman Pottsville Penna

This portrait captures a poised young woman from the coal regions of Pennsylvania, immortalized by the lens of George M. Bretz. The composition reflects the formal elegance of the Victorian era, showcasing the sitter in a refined pose typical of the Pottsville studio. As a genuine antique CDV, the piece highlights the intricate fashion and stoic expression characteristic of mid-to-late 19th-century photography.

Collectors of regional Penna history and early American portraiture will value this work for its connection to Bretz, a photographer renowned for documenting the local community and industry. It serves as a tangible link to the social fabric of old Pottsville. This image remains a classic example of the artistry found in a George M. Bretz production.
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