Lot 059 - Antique 1/9th Plate Ambrotype Photograph Of Older Woman, Under Glass With Brass Mat And Preserver, Note Tarnish And Staining 2119 Exhibits minor gesso cracking throughout

Exhibits minor gesso cracking throughout and surface wear consistent with age

A rare survival of cohesive and important subject matter

spine covering largely perished with visible stitching and text block separating from boards

including blue paint on shirt and red paint on wheels and cap

along with general age-related wear

Lot 059 - Antique 1/9th Plate Ambrotype Photograph Of Older Woman, Under Glass With Brass Mat And Preserver, Note Tarnish And Staining 2119 Exhibits minor gesso cracking throughoutAntique 1 9th plate ambrotype photograph depicting a tender looking middle aged woman presented under a brass mat and brass preserver. The mat shows areas of tarnish, and the image displays scattered staining. Exhibits light wear consistent with age and handling.