Antique Imperial Russian Cabinet Card Mother & Children Photo Krassovsky c1890

Description

View Antique Imperial Russian Cabinet Card Mother & Children Photo Krassovsky c1890 with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Krassovsky (CC Russian Circa 1900 (2). The emblem features the Imperial Double-Headed Eagle alongside a prestigious award seal from theImperial Russian Geographical Society recognizing Krassovsky for "Useful Labors in Watercolor Painting & Photography" (За полезные труды Красовскому 1870 за акварельную живопись ). ). Title: Rare Late-19th Century Imperial Russian Cabinet Card – Mother with Children in Traditional Dress by Court-Honored Photographer A. Krassovsky Description: Up for sale is an authentic, incredibly evocative original 19th-century Imperial Russian cabinet card photograph. This poignant portrait offers a rare, high-detail look into the familial life and traditional attire of the Russian Empire decades before the 1917 revolution. Historical & Presentation Highlights: The Subjects: As shown in CC Russian Circa 1900 (1).jpg , the image captures a striking portrait of a young mother seated with two young children—one cradled as an infant in her lap, and a toddler sitting next to her on an ornate, upholstered Victorian-style studio chair. Traditional Costuming & Jewelry: The mother is wearing exceptional traditional attire, including a deeply textured, intricately patterned vest/apron dress over a white peasant blouse. Most notably, she wears an elaborate, multi-layered heavy beaded necklace (monisto) featuring a central cross, showing beautiful cultural and ethnographic detail. The Award-Winning Photographer: The lower front margin features the elegant gold lithograph imprint of A. Krassovsky ( CC Russian Circa 1900 (2).jpg ). The emblem features the Imperial Double-Headed Eagle alongside a prestigious award seal from the Imperial Russian Geographical Society recognizing Krassovsky for "Useful Labors in Watercolor Painting & Photography" ( За полезные труды Красовскому 1870 за акварельную живопись ). The Mount: Presented on a premium, heavy dark-toned card mount with an elegant gold-embossed double border lining the edge. The reverse side ( CC Russian Circa 1900 (3).jpg ) is plain with natural historic aging and very faint, legacy period pencil marks near the top edge. Dimensions: Entire Card: Approximately 6.5" x 4.25" 📸 Buyer Note on Condition: Please closely inspect the high-resolution listing photos provided, including CC Russian Circa 1900 (1).jpg , CC Russian Circa 1900 (2).jpg , and CC Russian Circa 1900 (3).jpg . Zooming in on these images allows you to view the precise physical condition, rich textures, and edge wear of this authentic piece of paper history before bidding. Condition Report: Image Quality: The photograph layer ( CC Russian Circa 1900 (1).jpg ) shows a warm, rich tone with great clarity in the faces and exceptional preservation of the textile patterns. There is some minor historic surface wear and silvering/toning along the top edge of the photo layer, typical of authentic late-19th-century prints. Card Mount: The dark card mount is structurally solid. It exhibits light corner rounding and minor edge wear consistent with a century of handling, adding magnificent antique character without detracting from the central image. An absolute gem for collectors of Imperial Russian history, ethnographic photography, Romanov-era antiquities, or vintage costume reference material. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Photographic Images › Photographs.

Unit of Sale

Single Piece

Antique

Yes

Image Orientation

Portrait

Signed

No

Size

Approx. 6.5" x 4.25"

Image Color

Black & White

Material

Paper

Framing

Unframed

Original/Licensed Reprint

Original

Subject

Children & Infants, Women

Vintage

Yes

Type

Photograph

Format

Cabinet Card

Unit Type

Unit

Year of Production

1890-1900

Photographer

A. Krassovsky (А. Красовскій), A. Krassovsky (А. Красовскій) – Artist Photographer (Худож. Фотог

Number of Photographs

1

Style

Documentary

Theme

Children

Features

One of a Kind (OOAK)

Time Period Manufactured

1890-1900

Production Technique

Albumen Print

Finish

Matte