Michael Lehr Antiques
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Spring Photographic History Auction

Sat, May 3, 2025 01:00PM EDT
Lot 175

Rare Uncut Tintype: Post-Mortem Child Portrait

Estimate: $200 - $300

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A poignant and rare uncut double tintype depicting a post-mortem portrait of a young child, elegantly posed in repose. The child, dressed in a delicate white gown, holds a small bouquet of flowers, a traditional Victorian symbol of innocence and remembrance. The photographer carefully captured the softness and solemnity of this deeply personal moment, emphasizing the emotional gravity of the subject.

This uncut tintype is notable not only for its subject matter but also for its preservation as an intact double exposure, indicating it was likely intended to be separated into two images. The clarity and tonal range remain strong, with minor signs of age and handling adding to the authenticity and emotional depth of the photograph.

An uncommon and historically significant artifact, ideal for collectors of post-mortem photography, Victorian mourning traditions, and 19th-century photographic techniques.

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