🎨 RARE ANTIQUE 1/6 PLATE MEMENTO MORI / POST-MORTEM DAGUERREOTYPE – INFANT PORTRAIT (c. 1850s)Up for sale is an incredibly rare, historically significant mid-19th-century sixth-plate daguerreotype post-mortem portrait. Memento mori images of this caliber are deeply moving cultural artifacts and remain highly coveted by advanced collectors of early photographic history and Victorian mourning customs.The plate captures a poignant, peaceful memorial portrait of a young child or infant, posed as if sleeping gently amongst draped bedding and blankets. The image showcases the unmistakable depth and metallic nature of a true silver-plated daguerreotype.📦 MATTEING & HOUSING DETAILS:
• Size: Standard 1/6 Sixth Plate housing (Dimensions measure approximately 3.25" x 3.75").
• Matteing: Enclosed securely under its original protective glass, framed within a beautiful oval brass mat featuring an ornate inner rope/scroll border and encircled by a deeply textured, heavy golden brass preserver frame.
• Case: Set into its original wood-framed miniature display case tray.🔍 CONDITION REPORT:
The item is in good antique condition given its 170+ year age. The plate displays strong contrast with some expected silver solarization, spotting, and perimeter tarnish under the glass, which frames the subject naturally and anchors its authenticity. The heavy brass preserver and inner mat retain spectacular golden luster. The case tray shows standard edge wear, and the front cover is [Insert Cover Condition: detached. Please review all high-resolution macro photos closely to confirm the exact physical condition.A museum-quality addition to any early photographic history, medical history, or specialized Victorian Americana collection.🛩 SHIPPING & HANDLING:
Will be packed with absolute care using multiple layers of professional-grade bubble wrap and a rigid box to safely isolate and protect the fragile glass and silver plate during transit. Ships promptly with tracking and signature confirmation.
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