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Lot 141:
Description
C-19036
Group of forty-three antique cabinet cards and mounted studio portrait photographs depicting men, women, and children in Victorian and late 19th century attire. The assortment includes seated and standing compositions, formal studio backdrops with columns and drapery, outdoor views, and oval vignette portraits. Period details such as high collars, lace dresses, bustles, sailor suits, tailored jackets, and carefully styled hair reflect evolving fashion from the 1870s through the turn of the century. Several mounts retain photographer imprints from Chicago and other Midwestern studios, including examples such as Hartley Studio and Howe’s Photo Studio. Mount styles range from plain cream card stock to darker decorative borders and gilt-lettered imprints, illustrating the competitive branding practices of 19th century portrait studios. The collection offers a varied cross-section of everyday American sitters rather than staged novelty subjects, giving it strong genealogical and social history appeal.
Wear consistent with age, including corner softening, edge wear, light foxing, and surface toning. Some mounts show minor creases or discoloration; images remain clear and legible overall.
Each approximately:" 4.25" W x 6.5" H (vary slightly)
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