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Lot 229
Sale 1250 - American Historical Ephemera & Photography
Nov 30, 2023
10:00AM ET
Live / Cincinnati
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Estimate
$500 -
700
Price Realized
$315
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
[EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. 4 half plate ambrotype portraits of couples highlighted by a newlywed bride and groom.
Seated portrait of a bride and groom, the bride wearing a white, likely chiffon gown with veil, floral hairpiece, and gold-highlighted brooch. She appears to be less-than-enthused, while her intended looks to the camera with an intense gaze. (Some image flaking/loss in some spots, few other blemishes, good clarity; unsealed.) Housed in a pressed paper case (parts of closure clasp missing). -- Standing portrait of a dashing young couple, both wearing gloves and holding hands. Their cheeks and lips are lightly tinted pink. (Somewhat mottled surface effect, and a few blemishes appearing to be possible wipe marks to edges; unsealed.) Housed in a leatherette case (heavy wear, some separation to spine). -- And 2 others. -- Together, 4 ambrotype portraits of couples.
Early Photography Collection of Jules Martino, Silverton, Oregon

