Antique CDV 1878 Sydney Victor White Seated Woman Lace Collar Reading UK

Antique CDV 1878 Sydney Victor White Seated Woman Lace Collar Reading UK

This antique CDV features a poised woman captured in 1878 by the Sydney Victor White studio in the UK. She is depicted in a formal seated pose, her gaze fixed intently on a book she is reading. The portrait highlights the intricate detail of her lace collar, showcasing the refined Victorian fashion sensibilities of the late 19th century.

Collectors of 1870s portraiture will appreciate this specific example of studio photography. It serves as a striking window into the domestic intellectual life of the era.