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Condition
Original antique tintype photograph on metal. Noticeable surface scratching and light wear throughout, with minor edge wear and corner rounding. Some emulsion thinning and spotting visible, especially in the background. Image remains clear with strong facial detail.
Description
Tintype portrait of a seated man wearing a cap, suit, vest, and watch chain, beside a decorative studio table. No photographer or studio markings are visible.
Provenance
This photograph originates from a larger antique photo album collection associated with the Hoff, Gardner, and McDonald families, including ties to Gustav Hoff (Denver, Colorado) and McDonald’s Mill, Virginia. Any names or notes from the album are not attached to this specific image and are provided as general collection context only.
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Details
• Type: Tintype / Ferrotype Photograph
• Subject: Seated Man Portrait with Cap
• Material: Iron photographic plate
• Era: Circa 1860s–1880s
• Size: Approx. 2.25” x 4
• Finish: Matte metallic photographic surface
• Corners: Clipped top corners (typical of tintypes)
• Markings: None visible
