Antique Cabinet Card Fowler Baby Infant Long Gown Christening Philadelphia PA
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Antique Cabinet Card Fowler Baby Infant Long Gown Christening Philadelphia PA

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Condition
Used
Format
Cabinet Card · c. 1866–1920s
Listing location
Wichita, Kansas, US
Item ID
398438427727
Description

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Antique Cabinet Card Fowler Baby Infant Long Gown Christening Philadelphia PA

This rare antique cabinet card captures a portrait of a Fowler baby, posed in an elaborate long gown typical of a formal christening. The infant rests in a soft, studio setting, highlighting the delicate lace and fine textile work favored by Philadelphia families during the late nineteenth century.

The professional artistry of the Philadelphia studio is evident in the crisp detail of the infant's expression. Collectors of Victorian portraiture will value this specific example of a christening study for its historical documentation of period garment styles.

A charming glimpse into the life of a Fowler baby preserved on an antique cabinet card.
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