Antique CDV B. Frank Saylor & CO. Bearded Man Bowtie Lancaster PA
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Antique CDV B. Frank Saylor & CO. Bearded Man Bowtie Lancaster PA

$9.99 USD

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Condition
Used
Category
Collectibles:Photographic Images:Photographs
Location
Wichita, Kansas, US
Item ID
398068610221
Description

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Antique CDV B. Frank Saylor & CO. Bearded Man Bowtie Lancaster PA

This original CDV depicts a distinguished bearded man wearing a formal bowtie, captured by the skilled lens of B. Frank Saylor & Co. The portrait showcases the refined aesthetic of nineteenth-century Lancaster, Pennsylvania, highlighting the sharp tailoring and grooming standards of the era. The subject's steady gaze and the studio's expert lighting create a dignified atmosphere characteristic of high-quality Keystone State photography.

Collectors of Pennsylvania history and early portraiture will value this piece for its connection to the notable Saylor studio in Lancaster. It serves as a crisp example of the Carte de Visite format, documenting the facial hair trends and fashion choices of the mid-to-late 1800s. This antique image is a compelling window into the life of a Victorian gentleman.

A classic portrayal of a bearded man from the historic Frank Saylor archives.
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