Original 1865 Carte de Visite Albumen Print Just Nine Pounds Woman Baby

Description

View Original 1865 Carte de Visite Albumen Print Just Nine Pounds Woman Baby with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. This original antique carte de visite (CDV) from circa 1865 features a charming sepia-toned albumen print of a woman holding a baby in a sling scale. The image, titled "Just Nine Pounds," poignantly captures a delicate and intimate moment between mother and child, reflecting mid-19th century photographic artistry. The print is unframed and measures approximately 2.5 x 4 inches, characteristic of CDV photography popular during the period 1851-1900 in the United States. The photograph is credited to J. H. Bufford, a notable American photographer and lithographer of the 19th century, known for his high-quality albumen prints. The card bears the title inscription "JUST NINE POUNDS" at the bottom and the photographer's name below the image. This collectible piece is a fine example of early American portraiture and photomechanical printing techniques, appealing to collectors of vintage photography and historical memorabilia. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Photographic Images › Photographs.

Country of Origin

United States

Subject

Woman and Baby

Theme

Motherhood

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

Paper

Style

Portrait

Photographer

J. H. Bufford

Type

Carte de Visite (CDV)

Number of Photographs

1

Unit of Sale

Each

Antique

Yes

Image Orientation

Vertical

Finish

Albumen Print

Framing

Unframed

Signed

No

Vintage

Yes

Unit Quantity

1

Unit Type

Photograph