Father and Baby
SOLD October 2013 |
Sixth plate daguerreotype circa 1855, showing a father tenderly presenting his tiny offspring to the camera, by Henry McBride, Albany N.Y. Housed in a full leather case with leather-repaired spine. Inscribed in case behind image "H. McBride Artist 51 State St. Albany."
Image in superb condition and crisp detail, with touches of blush, red and pinpricking to father's tie pin.
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