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Four (4) Sixth Plate Daguerreotypes of Women

Four sixth plate daguerreotypes of young women from the 1840s and 1850s. The first is in a floral print dress, and is an oval image inside of a larger surface on the plate. It is also in an oval matte. The second image appears to be quite early, of a young woman possibly in mourning in a black dress and white collar with a brooch. The third image is of a smiling young woman in a print dress. The last image is an excellent one of a serious young woman in a finely made print dress probably from the 1850s. The third image has amore ornate matte, while the other three are plain mattes. All four are in half cases of leather.

Dimensions: Sixth plate images, 3 5/8 tall by 3 1/8 inches wide

Processing and shipping within the continental U.S. $30.00 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance. Discounts given on combined lot shipping.

Condition:The first image is faded but still clearly visible. The other three images are excellent. The leather half cases are worn. Please see photos.

Estimate: $100 - $250
Price Realized Including Buyer's Premium
$188
09/05/2024

 

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