19th Century Photographic History Auction, Sept 21, 2024
Sat, Sep 21, 2024 01:00PM EDT
Lot 163
Pair of Boston School Daguerreotypes, Likely Southworth and Hawes
Estimate: $500 - $700
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An exquisite pair of sixth plate daguerreotypes presents an exceptional example of the Boston School's mastery in portrait photography during the mid-19th century. The images, housed in a double-plate case, depict a young child seated in a high-backed chair, with both photographs capturing the same subject from slightly different angles. The clarity and attention to detail, characteristic of the renowned Southworth and Hawes studio, are evident in the soft focus on the child's face and the gentle lighting that illuminates the fine details of the period attire.
The child's solemn expression and carefully composed posture are hallmarks of Southworth and Hawes' style, known for their ability to convey the quiet dignity of their subjects. The daguerreotypes are mounted in an ornate case with gold-embossed velvet borders, adding to the aesthetic and historical value of the pieces.
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