Lot 831
14 Vintage Ambrotypes and Tintypes. Collection of 14 ambrotypes and tintypes from the Civil War era. Varying sizes and images from 2" x 1½" to 4½" x 3½". Varied striking portraits of citizens, six soldiers and a family of three. All images with original decorative brass surrounds. Six images complete in original display case. Also included is a Calling Card Holder, trimmed in bone with Mother-of-Pearl inlay, 4" x 2¾", push-button open & closing mechanism, hinged top. Front side of case inlaid with "13 stars" (2 are missing) and "Union", verso inlaid with a floral motif. Some veneer chipping throughout. Collection overall very good.
Estimated Value $400 - 600.
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| Realized $384 |
