Antique CDV Thompson Young Man Frock Coat Standing Balustrade Norwich

Antique CDV Thompson Young Man Frock Coat Standing Balustrade Norwich

This antique CDV captures a dapper young man posing with poise beside a decorative balustrade. Dressed in a sharp, structured frock coat, the subject exudes the refined sartorial standards of the mid-Victorian era. The backdrop reflects the signature studio style of Thompson, a photographer based in Norwich who specialized in these intimate portrait formats.

Collectors of 19th-century photography will appreciate the crisp detail of this studio portrait. The composition highlights the formal attire and social aspirations typical of the era. This image serves as a captivating study of a Norwich gentleman from the golden age of the carte de visite.