Lot of 3 Antique 19th Century Tintype Photographs
Lot #88
Current Bid
$10
Est. $50–$150
Estimate
$50–$150
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Description
A fantastic set of three original 19th-century Victorian tintype (ferrotype) studio portraits. Each plate features delicate, original period hand-tinting, highlighting cheek blush, clothing details, and the rich red velvet upholstery on the studio chairs. Lot Includes: Seated Gentleman: Young man in suit and bowtie posing against a plush red chair. Victorian Couple: Seated double portrait of a man and woman in period attire. Young Child: Cute full-length portrait of a toddler in boots and straw hat holding a riding crop/cane by a velvet armchair. All three plates have clipped corners designed for 19th-century album display. Perfect addition for antique photography collectors, genealogical displays, or Victorian framing projects. Condition: Authentic antique condition with age-appropriate wear. Features light surface marks, edge flaking, and minor emulsion wear along the borders, but central figures and hand-colored details remain bright and clear. Unframed/unmounted.
Bidding Details
- Starting Bid: $10
- Buyer's Premium: 18%
- Auction End Date: November 1, 2026
Condition
good
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