American Historical Ephemera and Photography

Sixth plate portrait of an older gentleman framing an unknown book with his hands. (Tarnishing, spotting, assorted other imperfections; original seals.) Housed in a pressed paper case with velvet pad stamped for "Meade Bro's 233 Broadway N.Y." (heavy loss throughout). -- Sixth plate seated portrait of a distinguished gentleman with curled hair, mustache and beard, posing leaned against a table upon which his wheel or mechanic's cap rests, possibly related to his occupation. (Rather crisp image, but with somewhat light contrast in areas.) Housed in a half leatherette case (surface loss). -- Sixth plate seated image of an older gentleman holding a pair of eyeglasses in one hand, one stem of which is clearly visible against his lapel. (Tarnishing to edges, occasional spots, few other imperfections; unsealed.) Housed in a half leatherette case (surface wear). -- And 8 others. Conditions and housings vary. -- Together, 11 sixth plate daguerreotypes of men, some posed with objects.