Antique CDV James S Catford Young Woman Braided Hair Profile Ilfracombe

Antique CDV James S Catford Young Woman Braided Hair Profile Ilfracombe

This antique CDV captures the elegant profile of a young woman from Ilfracombe. Her hair is styled in an intricate braided arrangement that highlights the meticulous grooming standards of the Victorian era. The soft lighting emphasizes her features, framed perfectly by the professional studio techniques employed by James Catford.

Collectors of Devonshire history or Victorian portraiture will appreciate this glimpse into Ilfracombe society. It serves as a fine example of 19th-century photography, preserving the poise of a young woman with braided hair.