Description: This antique 9th plate ruby ambrotype photo of a handsome bearded man is a striking example of Victorian-era portrait photography. Captured using the ambrotype process, which exposes an image onto a glass plate, this photograph retains exceptional depth and detail, enhanced by the ruby toning applied to the image. The ruby-toned ambrotype offers a unique, rich hue that adds warmth to the photograph, making the bearded man’s features and Victorian clothing stand out with striking clarity. The 9th plate size (approximately 2.5" x 3.5") allows for fine details, capturing the man’s beard, facial expression, and well-tailored Victorian attire. His neatly groomed beard and strong features are accentuated by the clarity of the ambrotype, offering a sharp and high-contrast image. The ruby ambrotype process gives the photograph a radiant quality, while some natural tarnishing is visible around the edges of the glass plate. This is typical for antique ambrotypes and adds to the image’s vintage character, but does not diminish the photograph’s overall beauty or detail. The photograph remains vivid, preserving every fine detail of the subject. This photograph is housed in its original full case, which shows light signs of wear, such as scuffing and fading. The full case continues to provide protection and authenticity, offering both a historical connection and a way to safely preserve this exceptional piece of 19th-century photography. This 9th plate ruby ambrotype photo of a handsome bearded man is a rare and valuable example of Victorian portrait photography. Ideal for collectors of antique ambrotypes, Victorian portraits, or historical photography, this photograph offers a glimpse into the past and a timeless representation of 19th-century fashion. Its fine detail, historical significance, and unique ruby-toned ambrotype make it an exceptional addition to any collection of antique photography or Victorian memorabilia.
Price: 70 USD
Location: Biddeford, Maine
End Time: 2025-01-04T18:07:41.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Item Specifics
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Antique: Yes
Image Orientation: Portrait
Image Color: Black & White
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Subject: Men
Vintage: Yes
Type: Photograph
Year of Production: 1870
Theme: Americana, Community Life, Cultures & Ethnicities, Domestic & Family Life, Fashion, Glamor, History, Leisure, Love, People, Portrait, Social History
Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899
Production Technique: Ambrotype
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
