Sailor Boys
SOLD March 2004 |
Paired sixth plate daguerreotypes of two boys, possibly sailors, case with mother-of-pearl front. Anonymous American ca. 1855.
Paired sixth plate daguerreotypes of two bright young lads in dashing garb, possible indications of their acquaintance with the footloose, seafaring life.
Housed in a black pushbutton case with mother-of-pearl front and gilt-embossed leather reverse. Hinge is split but could be easily repaired with leather.
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