Antique CDV Braithwaite Bearded Man in Suit Leeds Yorkshire England

Antique CDV Braithwaite Bearded Man in Suit Leeds Yorkshire England

This antique CDV captures a distinguished bearded man dressed in a formal suit, posing for a professional portrait in Leeds, Yorkshire. The subject exudes the stoic confidence typical of the Victorian era, with his heavy facial hair and structured tailoring reflecting the industrial prosperity of Northern England.

The Braithwaite studio mark stamps this piece as a hallmark of regional photography, making it a prized addition for collectors of Yorkshire history. This portrait offers a tangible connection to the professional class of mid-19th century England.

A rare glimpse into the life of a bearded man from Leeds.