24 Antique Tintype Photos Victorian 1800s Ferrotype Gem Portraits Family Lot Tin for Sale

24 Antique Tintype Photos Victorian 1800s Ferrotype Gem Portraits Family Lot Tin For Sale

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24 Antique Tintype Photos Victorian 1800s Ferrotype Gem Portraits Family Lot Tin:
$149.99

Wonderful collection of 24 original antique tintype photographs dating from the Victorian / late-19th-century era.This is an impressive mixed group of early photographic portraits featuring men, women, children, couples, families and larger groups, all preserved on the traditional thin metal plates associated with tintype/ferrotype photography.The collection includes approximately 9 larger-format tintypes and 15 smaller miniature or “gem” tintype portraits.There is a great variety of subject matter throughout the lot, including:Victorian women in elaborate period dresses and hats
Men in formal suits and period clothing
Couples and family portraits
Children and young adults
Several larger group photographs
Full-length and seated studio portraits
Period studio furniture and painted backdropsNumerous miniature “gem” tintype portraits
Several pieces with clipped or shaped corners typical of antique tintypesSome photographs showing subtle period tinting/color accentsThe clothing, hairstyles, hats and photographic styles make this a fascinating group for collectors of Victorian photography, antique photographs, tintypes, ferrotypes, 1800s photography, genealogy, social history, costume/fashion history and early photographic processes.These photographs appear to have been together for many years and may originally have represented members of the same extended family, although no identities or relationships are being guaranteed.Condition: These are genuine antique photographs and show age-related wear consistent with pieces that are well over 100 years old. Expect varying degrees of surface wear, scratches, oxidation, darkening, fading, edge wear, bends/warping, discoloration and other imperfections.
Some images are much sharper than others. Please examine all photographs carefully, as the pictures are an important part of the description and condition.You will receive all 24 tintype photographs shown in the listing photos. They are being sold together as one complete lot and as found.An excellent instant collection for a tintype collector, early-photography enthusiast, Victorian-era collector, historian, genealogist, artist or dealer. Related Items: