Antique CDV 1880s A Whitla Woman Curly Hair Striped Collar Manchester UK

Antique CDV 1880s A Whitla Woman Curly Hair Striped Collar Manchester UK

This antique CDV captures a poised woman from the 1880s, captured by the Whitla studio in Manchester. She is framed in a classic studio portrait, showcasing the Victorian fascination with elaborate personal presentation.

Her signature curly hair is styled with precision, drawing attention to the distinct striped collar of her high-necked garment. This portrait offers a refined glimpse into the fashion and social standards of Northern England during the late nineteenth century.

Collectors of Manchester photographic history will appreciate the crisp detail of this Whitla portrait. It serves as a quintessential example of 1880s studio portraiture, preserving the likeness of a woman defined by her elegant striped collar and timeless curly hair.