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Seller: amys-personal-property-liquidation • ✓ 100% Positive response (5,337) Trusted Seller Store Antique 1/6 Sixth Plate Ambrotype Daguerreotype Woman Portrait Embossed Case Item Overview
This is an antique 19th-century 1/6 plate photographic portrait of a seated woman, housed in an embossed case with an ornate brass mat and red velvet lining. The item dates to the mid-19th century (circa 1850s-1860s) and reflects authentic period production techniques. It is sold in pre-owned antique condition with visible case separation and surface aging.
Key Features & Details
- Format: 1/6 plate photograph (approx. 3.75 in x 3.25 in exterior)
- Subject: Seated woman in mid-19th century patterned dress holding an object
- Housing: Pressed paper/leather over wood case with geometric scroll motif
- Interior: Embossed crimson velvet pad and stamped brass mat
- Condition fact: Case spine is completely split into two separate halves
Approximate Measurements (Laid Flat) Dimensions / Notes Case measures approximately 3.75 in x 3.25 in closed 📏 Measured flat with tailor's tape across garment seams as shown in photos. Please compare with your own favorite-fitting clothing for best fit. Item Specifications Type Photograph Format Sixth Plate (1/6 Plate) Production Technique Ambrotype Subject Portrait, Women Theme History, Americana Time Period Manufactured 1850-1899 Antique Yes Original/Licensed Reprint Original Unit of Sale Single Piece Framing Cased Condition Assessment
Condition: Used - Fair
Hinged leatherette/wood case spine is split/separated into two individual halves. Exterior shows surface rubbing, corner wear, and edge abrasions. Brass preserver and pinchbeck mat display tarnish, patina, and spotting. Plate exhibits age-related surface dusting and minor perimeter deterioration typical of 19th-century photography.
Notable Flaw Disclosures & Visual Notes:
- Case hinge/spine is fully split, separating the cover from the image well, shown in photos 1, 3, and 4 (Shown in Photo #1)
- Edge and corner wear with exposed paper/card on case perimeter, shown in photos 4 and 5 (Shown in Photo #4)
- Patina, tarnishing, and oxidation spotting on the brass mat and preserver, shown in photo 2 (Shown in Photo #2)
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