Antique CDV George M. Bretz Baby in White Gown Pottsville PA
Carte de Visite

Antique CDV George M. Bretz Baby in White Gown Pottsville PA

$9.99 USD

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Condition
Used
Format
Carte de Visite · c. 1854–1920s
Listing location
Wichita, Kansas, US
Item ID
398068610348
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Antique CDV George M. Bretz Baby in White Gown Pottsville PA

This original CDV captures a peaceful baby dressed in a flowing white gown, posed for a formal studio portrait. The composition highlights the delicate textures of the long christening garment, a hallmark of Victorian-era infant fashion, set against the professional backdrop of a renowned Pennsylvania artist.

Produced by the notable photographer George M. Bretz in his Pottsville studio, this antique image serves as a significant piece of regional history. Collectors of 19th-century photography will value the crisp detail and the prestigious maker's mark from Schuylkill County. It is a classic example of early American portraiture and coal-region heritage.

An evocative historical record of a Pottsville infant in a traditional white gown.
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