Sixth plate daguerreotype studio portrait of a young boy posed standing beside a small draped table, one arm resting casually on the surface. He wears a patterned jacket with decorative buttons, loose trousers, and lace-up boots, presenting an informal stance uncommon in early child portraiture. The relaxed posture and direct gaze suggest a mid-19th-century studio setting, likely dating to the 1850s based on clothing and presentation. The image is housed in a period hinged case with a gilt brass mat and velvet liner.

The verso assembly includes handwritten identifications. A paper label affixed to the interior reads “Ernest Donald McLean ‘Donnie’,” and a second note states that he died as a child. These inscriptions provide direct personal attribution and memorial context, aligning the image with the tradition of family-kept daguerreotypes serving as lasting records of childhood.

The daguerreotype remains in its original case with decorative mat and intact seals. No photographer’s imprint is visible. The case exterior is covered in embossed leather, consistent with standard commercial presentation of the period.