[EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. A group of Union cases, highlighted by half plate American Country Life case containing ambrotype.

Rare half plate case with figural design, American Country Life 1 [Berg 1-11] (some surface wear and soiling). Containing an exceptionally clear ambrotype portrait of an older woman wearing a bonnet and gloves, and holding a book in one hand. -- A sixth plate case with geometric design [Berg 3-149] -- 3 Rare and Scarce sixth plate oval cases with geometric designs [3-406 (2); 3-408] -- A Scarce ninth plate octagonal case with geometric design [3-390] -- A ninth plate case with floral design, not found in Berg -- A Common ninth plate case with geometric design [3-269] -- Together, 7 Union cases.

[With:] Sixth plate tortoise shell case with mother of pearl and silver wire inlay. Exact design not found in Berg.

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Ms. Horstman has spent over a decade specializing in historic photography and Americana at auction. During her tenure, she has overseen several notable single owner auctions, including property from the inventory of celebrated Americana and antique arms expert Norm Flayderman. During her time with the firm, she has maintained an active membership in the Daguerreian Society. Ms. Horstman holds an MA in Art History from the University of Cincinnati and a BA in Art History from The Ohio State University.

American Historical Ephemera & Photography

[EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. A group of Union cases, highlighted by half plate American Country Life case containing ambrotype.

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