Antique Victorian Cabinet Card Photo Portrait – Hardy, 493 Washington St. Boston
$14.80
Sale price
$14.80
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Overview
Up for auction is an authentic late-19th-century cabinet card photograph featuring an elegant portrait of a woman in profile. This piece is professionally mounted on thick, high-quality cardstock.
The front of the card, as seen in IMG_4654.jpg, displays a portrait with the distinctive "Hardy" signature and the studio address at 493 Washington St. in Boston, Massachusetts.
The reverse side of the card, shown, features highly ornate Victorian graphic design, identifying the studio as an "Artist Photographer."
Historical Significance
Boston was a major hub for professional photography in the late 19th century, and studios located on prominent streets like Washington Street were at the forefront of the art form. Photographers like Hardy utilized the cabinet card format to elevate studio portraits into artistic expressions, often employing sophisticated backdrop designs and lighting techniques. This card is a representative example of urban American portraiture from the era, highlighting the meticulous branding and graphic design details that prominent Boston studios used to distinguish their work.
Condition
Please refer to the photos provided for the physical condition of the item. As is common for authentic antique paper ephemera of this age, the card exhibits minor surface toning and natural aging, which contributes to its vintage charm and historical authenticity.
$14.80
Sale price
$14.80
Regular price
Antique Victorian Cabinet Card Photo Portrait – Hardy, 493 Washington St. Boston
$14.80
Sale price
$14.80
Regular price
Up for auction is an authentic late-19th-century cabinet card photograph featuring an elegant portrait of a woman in profile. This piece is professionally mounted on thick, high-quality cardstock.
The front of the card, as seen in IMG_4654.jpg, displays a portrait with the distinctive "Hardy" signature and the studio address at 493 Washington St. in Boston, Massachusetts.
The reverse side of the card, shown, features highly ornate Victorian graphic design, identifying the studio as an "Artist Photographer."
Historical Significance
Boston was a major hub for professional photography in the late 19th century, and studios located on prominent streets like Washington Street were at the forefront of the art form. Photographers like Hardy utilized the cabinet card format to elevate studio portraits into artistic expressions, often employing sophisticated backdrop designs and lighting techniques. This card is a representative example of urban American portraiture from the era, highlighting the meticulous branding and graphic design details that prominent Boston studios used to distinguish their work.
Condition
Please refer to the photos provided for the physical condition of the item. As is common for authentic antique paper ephemera of this age, the card exhibits minor surface toning and natural aging, which contributes to its vintage charm and historical authenticity.