Description: In-Depth Description: This is an original cabinet card from the late 1800s, featuring a distinguished gentleman posed elegantly in a formal suit with a pocket watch chain. The photograph was taken by the well-known Stuart Photographic Studio in Hartford, Connecticut. Cabinet cards were widely used in the late 19th century for portrait photography, making this an excellent example of period portraiture. The intricate embossing around the edges of the card adds a sophisticated touch, reflective of the era's photographic artistry. The inscription on the back hints at a personal message, adding an extra layer of history to this piece. Stuart Studio was active in the late 1800s, and the studio mark on this card points to a photograph likely taken in the 1890s. Cabinet cards of this type, especially from prominent studios, are sought after by collectors for their historical value and connection to photographic practices of the time.Rarity and Year: Cabinet cards from Stuart's studio, particularly with embossed decorative borders, are relatively rare to find in good condition. This example, dating from around the 1890s, is a valuable addition to any collection of 19th-century photography.
Price: 19.95 USD
Location: North Port, Florida
End Time: 2024-10-07T14:00:09.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Antique: Yes
Image Orientation: Portrait
Size: 4.25" x 6.5"
Image Color: Sepia
Material: Cardboard
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Subject: Men
Vintage: Yes
Type: Photograph
Format: Cabinet Card
Year of Production: 1800's
Photographer: Stuart Studio
Number of Photographs: One
Theme: People, Portrait
Features: One of a Kind (OOAK)
Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Production Technique: Albumen Print
Finish: Matte
