Set of 2 African American Tintype Photographs

Set of 2 African American Tintype Photograph

Photograph

19 century set of 2 tintype photographs of an African American man and woman. Each measure 1.5" x 1" One is a close-up photograph of a young man wearing a fancy three piece suit, high collar shirt with tie and a cloth hat. The chain of a pocketwatch drapes from behind the lapel of his coat. He looks confidently at the camera, wearing a dignified and serious expression. The other is a close-up photograph of a woman, probably his wife. She wears an elegant puffy-sleeved gown with a high collar that appears to be made of velvet. Her feminine brimless cap has a feather on it, and she has pinned a brooch to her chest. She, too, gazes confidently and directly at the camera. However, she smiles slightly, a playful look in her eye. Very interesting set of small gem tintype photos. Both in very good condition.

Item #18948

Price: $450.00