Michael Lehr Antiques
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Winter Photographic History Auction

Sat, Jan 25, 2025 01:00PM EST
Lot 145

Ambrotype of Identified Louisiana Confederate Soldier

Estimate: $600 - $800

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An exceptional quarter-plate ambrotype featuring an identified Confederate Civil War soldier from Louisiana. The soldier is attired in a distinctive pleated uniform commonly associated with Louisiana troops, underscoring the unique regional style of Confederate military dress. His composed yet resolute expression offers a poignant glimpse into the character of Southern soldiers during the Civil War.

The image is housed in an elegant thermoplastic case, providing both protection and a fitting presentation for this remarkable artifact. Notably, this ambrotype was acquired alongside the following lot, suggesting a shared provenance or connection that could provide additional historical context.

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