Up for sale is a original 19th Century Antique Victorian Photo Album complete with original antique portraits, including Cabinet Cards, CDVs (Carte de Visite), and tintypes.
ITEM HIGHLIGHTS & SPECIFICS:
- Era: Late 19th Century / Victorian (circa 1870s–1890s)
- Features: Deeply relief-embossed covers with decorative raised accents and metal stud detailing. Includes heavy gilt-edged cardstock window pages holding a large collection of original portraits.
- Hardware: Features ornate original brass closure clasps with porcelain knob accents.
- Photography Content: Features men, women, and young children in classic period dress. Includes studio photographer backstamps such as "J.F. & H. Ritter, Photograph Galleries, City and Alton, Third St., Opp. Belle, Also Cor. Third and State Sts., Alton, ILLS." Some photos feature handwritten family identifications, such as "Jacob Burchard."
CONDITION:
- Exterior & Binding: Heavy wear along the spine with clear archival tape reinforcement applied along the outer edge. The covers show authentic age-related patina and shelf wear.
- Clasps: Both decorative brass clasps remain intact and attached to the album.
- Pages & Photographs: Internal window pages show expected age toning, edge wear, and minor tears along photo slots from insertion. Photographs overall remain in clear, well-preserved condition for their age.
L16-24
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