Antique CDV Richard Walzl Toddler Child Dress Sash Pose Baltimore

Antique CDV Richard Walzl Toddler Child Dress Sash Pose Baltimore

This antique CDV captures a formal studio portrait of a young toddler child in Baltimore. The subject is dressed in an ornate period outfit, highlighted by a prominent, textured sash that draws the eye toward the center of the frame. The precise pose reflects the rigid yet delicate aesthetic common in high-end 19th-century photography.

Photographed by Richard Walzl, this piece offers a glimpse into the sophisticated portraiture culture of the era. Collectors of regional Maryland ephemera will appreciate the clarity of the studio imprint and the charming, formal composition of this early juvenile portrait. A rare look at a beautifully dressed child from the Walzl studio.