Antique CDV 1870s J Mitchell Boy Blue Tie Frock Coat Truro Cornwall UK

Antique CDV 1870s J Mitchell Boy Blue Tie Frock Coat Truro Cornwall UK

This antique CDV captures a portrait of a young boy posed in the 1870s. He is dressed in a formal frock coat, accented by a distinctive blue tie that adds a rare splash of color to the monochromatic studio setting.

The photograph was produced by Mitchell, a noted photographer based in Truro, Cornwall. The composition reflects the Victorian fascination with childhood portraiture, showcasing the rigid yet elegant fashion standards of the era.

Collectors of 1870s Cornish ephemera will value this piece for its sharp studio detail and local provenance. It remains a charming window into the life of a boy in Victorian Cornwall.