Antique CDV J. P. Haseltine Elderly Woman Lace Collar Brooch Lancaster

Antique CDV J. P. Haseltine Elderly Woman Lace Collar Brooch Lancaster

This antique CDV captures an elderly woman posed with the quiet dignity characteristic of late 19th-century portraiture. She is elegantly attired in a dark gown, highlighted by a delicate lace collar pinned with a prominent brooch at her neckline. Her expression is serene, reflecting the formal studio standards of the era.

The photograph bears the distinct imprint of J. P. Haseltine of Lancaster, a notable local photographer. This piece serves as a remarkable primary source for collectors of regional Pennsylvania history or Victorian fashion, preserving the refined aesthetic of a Lancaster resident from a bygone decade.

A rare visual record featuring the artistry of J. P. Haseltine and the poise of this distinguished elderly woman.