A Man with Heart
SOLD March 2006 |
Sixth plate daguerreotype, close view of crusty-looking gent with subdued smile and a small heart-shaped locket suspended over his chest, anonymous American, 1840s. Housed in a William Shew case with split spine and some wear to exterior, attractive rich blue felt pad and surround inside.
A couple very faint mat abrasions at top. It looks as if the photographer has pulled the locket up from its normal position so that the gent's dark scarf behind will render it more visible. To whom is this locket intended as a message?
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