Antique Carte de Visite Family Portrait 1860's Albumen Print

Description

View Antique Carte de Visite Family Portrait 1860's Albumen Print with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The photograph's sepia-toned warmth and soft focus evoke the photographic style and technology of the era. This original 19th-century Carte de Visite (CDV) features a black and white albumen print of a multi-generational family group posed outdoors in front of a stone wall. The image captures eight individuals, including adult men and women, three children, and an infant, all dressed in period attire typical of the mid to late 1800s. The photograph's sepia-toned warmth and soft focus evoke the photographic style and technology of the era. Measuring approximately 2.5 x 4 inches, this unframed CDV is an authentic antique produced in the United States between 1851 and 1900. The albumen print process used here was a popular early photographic technique prized for its detail and tonal range. The card mount has a simple double-line border with some light wear consistent with age, adding to its vintage appeal. This family portrait is an excellent collectible for enthusiasts of early American photography, genealogy, or historical portraits, offering a glimpse into Victorian-era life and clothing. Ideal for collectors of antique photographs, this carte de visite exemplifies the intimate and personal nature of 19th-century portraiture. Its historic significance and original production method make it a valuable addition to any collection focused on vintage photographs, family history, or Americana. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Photographic Images › Photographs.

Country of Origin

United States

Subject

Family Portrait

Theme

Victorian Era, Family, Historical

Production Technique

Albumen Print

Format

Carte de Visite (CDV)

Image Color

Black & White

Size

2.5 x 4

Year of Production

1851-1900

Original/Licensed Reprint

Original

Time Period Manufactured

1851-1900

Material

Card Mount with Albumen Print

Style

Antique Portrait

Type

Carte de Visite (CDV)

Number of Photographs

1

Unit of Sale

Each

Antique

Yes

Image Orientation

Landscape

Finish

Albumen Print

Framing

Unframed

Signed

No

Vintage

Yes

Unit Quantity

1

Unit Type

Photograph