Antique CDV Mcdonnald & Sterry Young Woman Earrings Albany NY

Antique CDV Mcdonnald & Sterry Young Woman Earrings Albany NY

This antique CDV captures a poised young woman posing for the lens of Mcdonnald & Sterry in Albany. The subject wears delicate earrings that catch the light, reflecting the refined studio lighting techniques favored by this prominent New York photography firm during the mid-to-late 19th century.

Collectors of 1860s portraiture will appreciate this clear example of Albany studio work. The sharp focus on the woman’s features and her elegant accessories highlights the craftsmanship of Mcdonnald & Sterry. It is a quintessential portrait of a young woman from the CDV era.