Michael Lehr Antiques
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Winter Photographic History Auction

Sat, Jan 25, 2025 01:00PM EST
Lot 332

A Pair of Ambrotypes including a Woman Sewing

Estimate: $200 - $300

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A set of two ambrotypes captures a striking mother-daughter duo, likely from the mid-19th century. The larger plate, by Lamb of Aberdeen, shows the mother elegantly posed, adorned in a delicately patterned gown and holding a sewing tool, showcasing the Victorian ideal of domestic grace. The daughter, seated beside a table with a book and floral arrangement, is captured in a charmingly contemplative pose. Both images are enhanced with subtle hand-tinting, emphasizing the details of their clothing and adding a lifelike vibrancy.

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