Antique Victorian Cabinet Card Photo Sepia Woman Portrait Amesbury MA Woman
$14.80
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$14.80
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Item Overview
Up for auction is an authentic late-19th-century cabinet card photograph featuring a portrait of a young woman in refined Victorian attire.
The front of the card features a detailed portrait with the photographer’s name, "Thompson," and the location, "Amesbury, Mass."
The reverse side of the card features a solid, unprinted dark blue finish, characteristic of the mount styles used during this era.
Historical Significance
This cabinet card is a representative piece of photography from Amesbury, Massachusetts, during the late Victorian period. The cabinet card format, which rose to prominence in the 1870s, became the preferred choice for studio portraits and served as a significant social marker for families of the time. Thompson’s studio in Amesbury was part of the widespread network of local photographers who documented the fashion, appearance, and social history of New England communities. Portraits such as this are highly desirable to collectors of regional American ephemera and 19th-century photography.
Condition
Please refer to the photos provided for the physical condition of the item. The card displays age-appropriate character, including minor edge wear and light surface toning, which are typical for authentic antique paper items and contribute to their overall historical appeal.
$14.80
Sale price
$14.80
Regular price
Antique Victorian Cabinet Card Photo Sepia Woman Portrait Amesbury MA Woman
$14.80
Sale price
$14.80
Regular price
Up for auction is an authentic late-19th-century cabinet card photograph featuring a portrait of a young woman in refined Victorian attire.
The front of the card features a detailed portrait with the photographer’s name, "Thompson," and the location, "Amesbury, Mass."
The reverse side of the card features a solid, unprinted dark blue finish, characteristic of the mount styles used during this era.
Historical Significance
This cabinet card is a representative piece of photography from Amesbury, Massachusetts, during the late Victorian period. The cabinet card format, which rose to prominence in the 1870s, became the preferred choice for studio portraits and served as a significant social marker for families of the time. Thompson’s studio in Amesbury was part of the widespread network of local photographers who documented the fashion, appearance, and social history of New England communities. Portraits such as this are highly desirable to collectors of regional American ephemera and 19th-century photography.
Condition
Please refer to the photos provided for the physical condition of the item. The card displays age-appropriate character, including minor edge wear and light surface toning, which are typical for authentic antique paper items and contribute to their overall historical appeal.