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  2025-01-25 13:00:00 2025-01-25 13:00:00 America/New_York Michael Lehr Michael Lehr : Winter Photographic History Auction https://auction.michaellehrantiques.com/auctions/michael-lehr-antiques/winter-photographic-history-auction-17579
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Lot 193

CDV of a African American Woman Holding an infant

Estimate: $200 - $300
Starting Bid
$100

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A poignant and historically significant carte de visite depicting an African American woman holding a Caucasian infant, captured by Isbell & Wilson, photographers at No. 275 Main Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut. This CDV offers a rare glimpse into 19th-century life and relationships, with the sitter’s calm yet expressive gaze highlighting the depth of the portrait. The reverse side bears the photographer's stamp, lending authenticity and provenance to this unique image.

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