Ambrotype Post-mortem, Father And Infant Circa 1870 Vintage Photograph
Postmortem of a father holding his infant in his arms. The infant's eyes are opened with highlights in the pure post-mortem tradition. The ambrotype is circled by Pincbeck in its Union Case. Photographs of recently deceased relatives were part of American and European culture in the 19th century. They allowed the family to keep a visual memory of the deceased and participated in the grieving process. They were a precious possession. Image format 6.5 x 9 cm Union-Case format 9 x 11.5 cm link on the website https://www.lavalisearlesienne.com/product-page/post-mortem-ambrotype-p%C3%A8re-et-nourrisson-dans-union-case-c-1870
500 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Napoleon 3rd
Condition: Excellent condition
Reference (ID): 1629196
Availability: In stock
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