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QUARTER PLATE AMBROTYPE OF MAN AND WOMAN WITH DOG

QUARTER PLATE AMBROTYPE OF MAN AND WOMAN WITH DOG

This is a waist-up seated view of a woman and man with a small dog sitting on the man’s lap. The woman is wearing a dark colored dress with white collar and cuffs, as well as a brooch and ear bobs.… (894-06). Learn More »

$415.00
Originally $520.00

DAGUERREOTYPE OF FATHER AND CHILD IN UNION CASE

DAGUERREOTYPE OF FATHER AND CHILD IN UNION CASE

Sixth-plate daguerreotype of a young man in a dark suit with high white collar holding an infant in his lap. The child wears a light dress and a white bonnet. Image is very clear and despite a few… (611-397). Learn More »

$120.00
Originally $150.00

SIXTH PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE OF WOMAN

SIXTH PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE OF WOMAN

Early image shows a waist up, seated view of a stern looking woman. She is wearing a dark colored silk dress with trimming on the sleeves and white collar with square brooch. Her dark hair is in a… (611-409). Learn More »

$65.00
Originally $80.00

SIXTH PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE OF MOTHER & CHILDREN

SIXTH PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE OF MOTHER & CHILDREN

Image shows a three-quarter view of a lovely lady sitting between her daughter and son. Mother is wearing a dark colored dress with white collar and chemisette. Daughter on left is wearing a printed… (2022-312). Learn More »

QUARTER PLATE AMBROTYPE OF FAMILY

QUARTER PLATE AMBROTYPE OF FAMILY

Image shows a full view of a well-dressed family. Mother is wearing a plaid silk dress with white collar and undersleeves, and brooch, ear bobs and ring. Her baby sits on her lap wearing a printed… (2022-270). Learn More »

NINTH PLATE TINTYPE OF MAN IN EXCELLENT UNION CASE

NINTH PLATE TINTYPE OF MAN IN EXCELLENT UNION CASE

Image shows a middle-aged man in a dark civilian suit with a slightly lighter color vest. Image has good clarity but contrast is a little dark. Mat and frame are the usual scroll type. Union case is… (1043-259). Learn More »

$100.00
Originally $150.00

HALF PLATE TINTYPE OF A WOMAN IN A WONDERFUL UNION CASE TITLED “AMERICAN COUNTRY LIFE”

HALF PLATE TINTYPE OF A WOMAN IN A WONDERFUL UNION CASE TITLED “AMERICAN COUNTRY LIFE”

Image is a half-plate tintype of a young woman wearing a dark colored dress with a small white lace collar. She has a dark bow in her hair and a brooch at her throat. The image is clear but the… (1043-179). Learn More »

$300.00
Originally $400.00

UNION CASE WITH TWO NINTH-PLATE TINTYPES

UNION CASE WITH TWO NINTH-PLATE TINTYPES

Very nice Union case with an exterior decoration titled “CHILDREN AT PLAY.” Both the front and back of the case have a raised scrollwork border while at center are raised figures of three children… (1043-281). Learn More »

$150.00
Originally $225.00

VERY CLEAR, CASED QUARTER PLATE TINTYPE OF A CONFEDERATE MAJOR

VERY CLEAR, CASED QUARTER PLATE TINTYPE OF A CONFEDERATE MAJOR

This image is a half-length seated view and remarkably clear. The sitter is a rather robust, bearded Confederate major wearing a kepi showing some officer’s braid and a dark civilian style coat with… (1138-1787). Learn More »

YOUNG VIRGINIA CONFEDERATE TAKEN SEPTEMBER 2, 1862

YOUNG VIRGINIA CONFEDERATE TAKEN SEPTEMBER 2, 1862

This ninth-plate ruby ambrotype shows a Confederate soldier sporting a large bowtie cravat and wearing a black-trimmed gray kepi and battle shirt, the latter clearly showing two-piece Virginia… (1138-1889). Learn More »

PAIR OF PRE-WAR AMBROTYPES OF A GENTLEMAN & HIS LADY

PAIR OF PRE-WAR AMBROTYPES OF A GENTLEMAN & HIS LADY

From the style of dress and hair these images look to date from the 1850’s. The first is a sixth-plate of a seated couple. The gentleman wears a stove pipe hat, dark jacket, trousers and bowtie with… (1138-1930). Learn More »

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF A GRIEVING MOTHER & HER CHILDREN IN A MOURNING THEMED UNION CASE

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF A GRIEVING MOTHER & HER CHILDREN IN A MOURNING THEMED UNION CASE

Wonderful, clear image of a young mother dressed in a long black dress with a white lace collar and black bow at her throat flanked by her two children. Leaning against the mother’s knee is a young… (1138-1945). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE SOLDIER DRAWING A COFFIN-HILTED, GUARDLESS BOWIE

CONFEDERATE SOLDIER DRAWING A COFFIN-HILTED, GUARDLESS BOWIE

This ninth plate ambrotype is housed in figural thermoplastic case with a scene of farm implements: a plough, rake, scythe, and beehive with bees. In contrast to that pacific scene, the soldier in the… (1138-1903). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE SOLDIER WITH LARGE D-GUARD BOWIE KNIFE

CONFEDERATE SOLDIER WITH LARGE D-GUARD BOWIE KNIFE

This Confederate soldier is seated with one arm resting on the table beside him. He wears dark trousers and a simple dark jacket showing six small brass buttons down the front and a short, standing… (1138-1882). Learn More »

SAMUEL J.D. McCARGO, CO. B 14th VIRGINIA CAVALRY, WITH PISTOL AND SABER - DIED OF WOUNDS AT GETTYSBURG JULY 3 ON THE EAST CAVALRY FIELD!

SAMUEL J.D. McCARGO, CO. B 14th VIRGINIA CAVALRY, WITH PISTOL AND SABER - DIED OF WOUNDS AT GETTYSBURG JULY 3 ON THE EAST CAVALRY FIELD!

This sixth-plate ambrotype of Samuel J.D. McCargo was published with its identification in the 1979 Confederate Calendar by Lawrence Jones and sold in April 1998 at Swann Galleries in New York.… (1138-1985). Learn More »

$3,950.00
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YOUNG CONFEDERATE SOLDIER IN QUARTERMASTER ISSUE SHELL JACKET

YOUNG CONFEDERATE SOLDIER IN QUARTERMASTER ISSUE SHELL JACKET

This young Confederate wears a gray shell jacket with shoulder tabs, a low, standing collar, and showing nine small buttons. It is likely a Richmond Depot product, fitting the specifications for a… (1154-02B). Learn More »

VERY UNUSUAL AMBROTYPE OF A CS CAVALRY TROOPER

VERY UNUSUAL AMBROTYPE OF A CS CAVALRY TROOPER

This 6th plate ambrotype is quite wonderful in showing a real Confederate cavalry trooper much as Hollywood liked to portray him. In fact, this is one of those images that excites loud comments from… (1138-1820). Learn More »

PRE-WAR VIRGINIA MILITIA OFFICER

PRE-WAR VIRGINIA MILITIA OFFICER

This sixth-plate ambrotype is from the collection of the late Bill Turner and was marked by him as a Virginia militia officer, an identification with which we agree. The state’s 1858 regulations… (1138-1901). Learn More »

NINTH-PLATE TINTYPE OF DOUBLE ARMED REBEL

NINTH-PLATE TINTYPE OF DOUBLE ARMED REBEL

Waist-up view of a bearded soldier wearing a jacket made of a heavy looking horizontal striped material that could be corduroy. The jacket has turned down lapels which reveal a white shirt and white… (1139-42). Learn More »

LARGE OVAL FRAMED FULL-PLATE TINTYPE OF VERMONT BRIGADE DRUMMER NELSON L. BAXTER WHO DIED OF DISEASE

LARGE OVAL FRAMED FULL-PLATE TINTYPE OF VERMONT BRIGADE DRUMMER NELSON L. BAXTER WHO DIED OF DISEASE

Full-plate tintype identified as Drummer Nelson L. Baxter of Company F, 5th Vermont Infantry. This wonderful image shows 16 or 17-year-old Baxter posed as if ready to play his drum. He wears a dark… (1117-91). Learn More »


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A RARE SURVIVOR: EARLY-WAR CONFEDERATE MARKED BRITISH P53 ARTILLERY CARBINE #1500 WITH A TENNESSEE PROVENANCE

British artillery carbines were used by both Confederate cavalry and infantry: in October 1862 Jeb Stuart wanted to exchange rifles carried by some his troopers for “Enfield carbines (artillery) in the hands of our infantry.” This is one of just… (846-571). Learn More »

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