Antique 1850s Tintype 1/9th Quizzical Child Portrait Oval Victorian Photo OOAK

USD 29.99

Condition: Used

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View Antique 1850s Tintype 1/9th Quizzical Child Portrait Oval Victorian Photo OOAK with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Young child Tintype. Tintypes were introduced ! 1856, making them highly collectible. Compact cabinet card size – approx. 2.5” x 3.5” (see ruler for scale). Gold-toned oval mat highlights the subject and adds depth to the portrait. Priceless Expression Clear Blue Eyes Stare Out at You Rosy Cheeks Young child Tintype This rare antique tintype photograph by R.F.  Adams' of St Louis, Mo captures the quizzical expression of a young child with light blue eyes and rosy cheeks preserved in remarkable detail from the 1850s Victorian era . The portrait is set beneath a gilt oval mat that beautifully frames the image, highlighting the subject’s hauntingly expressive gaze. Tintypes were introduced ! 1856 , making them highly collectible. This example stands as a tangible connection to the early days of photography and the artistry of 19th-century portraiture. Perfect for collectors of Victorian photography, mourning memorabilia, and antique portraits , this piece offers both historical significance and striking visual appeal. Features: Quizzical child portrait – hauntingly expressive gaze captured in oval mat Victorian era photography – short-lived ambrotype process, highly collectible Gold-toned oval mat highlights the subject and adds depth to the portrait Compact cabinet card size – approx. 2.5” x 3.5” (see ruler for scale) Excellent historical appeal – a true survivor from the dawn of photography Perfect for collectors of antique photography, mourning art, and Victorian ephemera Display-ready – striking visual presence for any vintage or historical collection Item will be boxed and shipped with 1 day turn-around! No Returns so please purchase carefully! This is a vintage piece, so there may be a few unseen scratches. If you have no previous purchases, please send me a note directly to be sure you are a human :)) Misty Bay Sales donates 10% of proceeds to charity! We find our items through auctions and local sales! Items will be packed carefully. Thank you for supporting small business! Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Photographic Images › Photographs.