[EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. Whole plate daguerreotype of a masonic subject housed in original frame.

A striking daguerreotype portrait of a gentleman with thick beard and wavy locks, presented here in masonic regalia including fringed vestment and apron. 6 x 8 in. (sight), housed in an ornately gold-painted oval frame. (Tarnishing to edges, some minor surface imperfections, retains clarity; oxidation spotting to mat; unexamined out of the frame.)

The daguerreotypist highlighted a few details of the sitter's regalia with gold paint, making them stand out, including the star-shaped pin on his shirt. The sitter's apron features an all-seeing eye symbol on the flap, and an archway or tent symbol below.

This lot is located in Cincinnati.

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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.

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[EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. Whole plate daguerreotype of a masonic subject housed in original frame.

This lot is located in Cincinnati.

American Historical Ephemera and Early Photography

[EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. Whole plate daguerreotype of a masonic subject housed in original frame.

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[EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. Whole plate daguerreotype of a masonic subject housed in original frame.