Daguerreotype Portrait Photo w/ Gutta-Percha Case
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Daguerreotype portrait photograph depicting a well-dressed gentlemen. Housed in an ornate gutta-percha or thermoplastic case. Stamped "H. Wendell, Albany" along the gilt metal framing.
Provenance: Property from the distinguished collection of Mr. James Lee Soffer, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Height: 4 3/4 in x width: 3 3/4 in x depth: 3/4 in.
Provenance: Property from the distinguished collection of Mr. James Lee Soffer, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Height: 4 3/4 in x width: 3 3/4 in x depth: 3/4 in.
Condition
Some discoloration along the edges of the photograph. Spots of discoloration to the gilt metal throughout. The hinges of the case are slightly loose. Light wear to the case.
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Daguerreotype Portrait Photo w/ Gutta-Percha Case
Estimate $150 - $300
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