sizzling ! Antique 1800 Tintype Photograph Victorian Era Metal Photo Vintage Civil War Era

This is a stunning original tintype photograph of a young child, likely taken between 18701890, capturing the fashion, innocence, and seriousness of the Victorian portrait era. The child wears a double-breasted coat with a large lace collar and tall leather boots, posed formally against a neutral backdrop.Tintypesalso known as ferrotypeswere one of the highly popular photography formats from the 1850s through the 1890s, known for their durability and quick processing. They were commonly used for portraits of soldiers, families, and children in the pre- and post-Civil War periods. This image is outstanding for collectors of early American photography, family historians, or those decorating with primitive or rustic antique pieces. Photo size: approx. 5 x 7.