4.5x 6.5original 19th-century half-plate tintype photograph that beautifully captures the poignant, solemn mood of Victorian portraiture. The image features a young child or youth standing in a full-length studio pose, dressed in a detailed, light-colored ruffled period dress and high-top boots.What makes this particular piece so arresting is the subject\'s expression—a subtle, deeply reflective, and almost sad look that draws the viewer in. To contrast the solemnity of her gaze, the photographer meticulously hand-applied a delicate, soft rose tint to her cheeks, a classic period technique that brings a hauntingly lifelike warmth to the dark metal plate.She stands alongside a heavily tufted, fringed Victorian parlor chair against a soft studio backdrop. The photograph remains housed in its original arched paper card mat, adding excellent framing and context to the presentation.Item Specifics & Details:
- Type: Original Antique Photograph
- Format / Process: Tintype with hand-colored rosy cheek embellishments
- Size: Half-Plate
- Estimated Era: Civil War to Reconstruction Era (circa 1860s–1880s)
- Subject: Melancholic portrait of a young girl / child
- Image Color: Monochromatic with hand-tinted pink highlights
- Country of Origin: United States
Condition Notes:
The contrast is sharp, and the hand-tinting remains visible. The paper mat shows authentic aging, corner wear, and gentle patina expected from a genuine 150+ year old piece of Americana. Please see photos for a closer look at condition.
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