Winter Photographic History Auction
Sat, Jan 25, 2025 01:00PM EST
Lot 169
Civil War CDV of Lieutenant H. S. Barney by J. P. Ball
Estimate: $100 - $300
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A rare Civil War-era carte de visite (CDV) depicts Lieutenant H. S. Barney, likely of the 117th United States Colored Infantry (USCI), in full uniform. The portrait is finely composed, with the lieutenant standing beside a table, his kepi prominently displayed. The backmark reveals the photograph was taken by J. P. Ball, a renowned African American photographer based in Cincinnati, Ohio, known for his significant contributions to early American photography. The reverse side includes an inscription, “Compliments of Lieut H. S. Barney to Miss Clara Barney,” along with details of the unit and location. Such personal dedications enhance the historical context of the artifact.
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