Antique 1865 CDV Portrait by W.H. Sherman Milwaukee Albumen Print

Description

View Antique 1865 CDV Portrait by W.H. Sherman Milwaukee Albumen Print with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. This original antique carte de visite (CDV) features a black and white albumen print portrait of a bearded man, dating circa 1865. The photograph was created by W. H. Sherman, a photographic artist based at 16 Wisconsin Street, Milwaukee. This CDV, measuring approximately 2.5 x 4 inches, is a classic example of mid-19th century American portrait photography, showcasing the detailed and delicate albumen print technique popular during the era. The image captures a dignified gentleman with a full beard, dressed in period attire, presenting a timeless representation of 19th-century fashion and photographic style. The unframed CDV retains its original backing card with the photographer's imprint on the reverse side, adding authenticity and provenance. Collectors of vintage photography and historical Americana will appreciate the artistic and historic value of this piece, which offers a tangible connection to the photographic practices and cultural aesthetics of the 1851-1900 period. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Photographic Images › Photographs.

Country of Origin

United States

Subject

Bearded Man

Theme

Antique Photography

Production Technique

Albumen Print

Format

Carte de Visite (CDV)

Image Color

Black & White

Size

2.5 x 4

Year of Production

c1865

Original/Licensed Reprint

Original

Time Period Manufactured

1851-1900

Material

Albumen Print

Style

19th Century Portrait

Photographer

W. H. Sherman

Type

Carte de Visite (CDV)

Number of Photographs

1

Unit of Sale

Each

Antique

Yes

Image Orientation

Portrait

Finish

Matte

Framing

Unframed

Signed

No

Vintage

Yes

Unit Quantity

1

Unit Type

Photograph