Antique CDV G. Wallis Young Man Sash Medal Whitby Yorkshire UK

Antique CDV G. Wallis Young Man Sash Medal Whitby Yorkshire UK

This antique CDV captures a formal portrait of a young man, posed with the quiet dignity typical of Victorian studio photography. He wears a distinctive sash and a prominent medal, suggesting his affiliation with a local society or civic organization in Whitby, Yorkshire.

The photographer, G. Wallis, utilized the sharp clarity of the era to highlight the textures of the gentleman’s attire. This piece offers a rare glimpse into the social life and regional pride of 19th-century Yorkshire. It is an essential find for those documenting local history or the sartorial traditions of a young man in the Whitby area.

A singular historical record of a decorated young man from Whitby.