Happy Young Lady with Case
SOLD October 2010 |
Sixth plate daguerreotype of a bouncy, happy-looking young lady holding a mother-of-pearl design case, anonymous American circa 1855. With applied gold coloring to her jewelry and perhaps some light blush color. Housed in a full case with some wear, hinge repaired with matching leather.
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