May Vernacular Photo History Auction
Wed, May 6, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 387
Albino Woman Seated Portrait – Smith, Detroit
Estimate: $200 - $300
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Albumen cabinet card portrait depicting an albino woman seated at a studio prop table. She wears a lace-trimmed bodice with decorative collar and bracelet. Hair, eyebrows, and complexion appear very light in tone. Direct frontal pose.
Photographer’s imprint reads “Smith, 153 Woodward Ave., Detroit.” Reverse blank aside from later pencil notations. Mount style consistent with late 19th century Detroit studio production.
A strong Midwestern cabinet card of an albino subject, likely connected to exhibition, medical interest, or curiosity photography of the period. Clean, centered studio composition.
Photographer’s imprint reads “Smith, 153 Woodward Ave., Detroit.” Reverse blank aside from later pencil notations. Mount style consistent with late 19th century Detroit studio production.
A strong Midwestern cabinet card of an albino subject, likely connected to exhibition, medical interest, or curiosity photography of the period. Clean, centered studio composition.
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