Daguerreian Unknown, c.1840s
PORTRAIT OF A JUDGE, c.1840s, an early quarter plate daguerreotype in a "T. Wharton 24 August 1841" (patent) stamped brass tray back, with gilt mat and oval aperture, some tarnishing to the plate and loss of depth, probably a result of poor cleaning efforts, housed in a deep, maroon leather, side hinged, push-button opening case, with a domed lid and simple embossed decoration.
Sold for £350
Includes Buyer's Premium
Do you have an item similar to the item above? If so please click the link below to submit a free online valuation request through our website.