Antique CDV 1870s J Abbot Young Woman Book Dundee Scotland Portrait

Antique CDV 1870s J Abbot Young Woman Book Dundee Scotland Portrait

This antique CDV captures a poised young woman from the 1870s, captured in a formal studio portrait. She is depicted seated with a book in hand, a common Victorian prop reflecting the literacy and refined social standing of the era.

The photograph bears the distinct imprint of J. Abbot of Dundee, Scotland, a hallmark of regional professional photography. Collectors of Scottish history or Victorian portraiture will value this piece for its sharp composition and the clear provenance of its Dundee origins.

A rare glimpse into the life of a young woman from 1870s Scotland.