Antique Cabinet Card Merrill Baby Infant Long White Christening Gown Rockland me

Antique Cabinet Card Merrill Baby Infant Long White Christening Gown Rockland me

This antique cabinet card features a precious infant captured in a formal studio portrait. The baby is dressed in an exceptionally long white christening gown, showcasing the intricate needlework and lace typical of late Victorian era baptismal attire.

The Merrill studio in Rockland, Maine, produced this clear image, preserving a timeless moment of early childhood. Collectors of regional Maine photography or historical textile fashion will appreciate the fine details of the infant’s garment. This piece offers a rare glimpse into the local history of Rockland through the lens of a professional Merrill studio portrait.