Description
19th century ambrotype of a young male student/ writer, gutta percha case
An unidentified well dressed standing young man, with pen in hand, in beautiful gutta percha
Measures: Case 2.5" x 3" H
Image 1.5" x 2".
Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good
Wear consistent with age and use. Opens and closes easily, a fine example.
Materials & Techniques:
Glass
Details:
Art Subjects: Portrait
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
An unidentified well dressed standing young man, with pen in hand, in beautiful gutta percha
Measures: Case 2.5" x 3" H
Image 1.5" x 2".
Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good
Wear consistent with age and use. Opens and closes easily, a fine example.
Materials & Techniques:
Glass
Details:
Art Subjects: Portrait
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Condition
Unknown; Some Imperfections; Good
Wear consistent with age and use. Opens and closes easily, a fine example.
Wear consistent with age and use. Opens and closes easily, a fine example.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
3 x 2.5 x 0.5 in
19th Century Ambrotype of a Young Male Student/ Writer, Gutta Percha Case
Estimate $300-$740
Starting Bid
$150
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