American History: Premier Auction

Lot of 2 sixth plate tintypes, including uncased studio view of a young private wearing a Hardee hat with infantry adornment, seated and holding a musket. The subject's cheek's are lightly tinted pink and his infantry insignia, belt buckle, and buttons are highlighted in gold; and a portrait showing a private seated in a studio with a painted camp scene serving as the backdrop. The young subject wears a forage cap and displays his Enfield rifle.