A sixth plate tintype showing an unidentified African American man posed in a studio setting, facing the camera with a direct, steady expression. He wears a dark jacket over a high-collared shirt and holds a broad-brimmed straw hat prominently in front of his torso, the concentric woven pattern clearly visible. The portrait is a tintype on iron, evident from the muted tonal range and matte surface typical of the process.

The sitter’s clothing suggests everyday mid-19th-century attire rather than a uniform, with no visible insignia or occupational markers. The deliberate presentation of the hat functions as a compositional prop, adding visual focus and reinforcing the formality of the pose. Such portraits were commonly made for personal keepsakes and family remembrance during the 1850s to 1870s, including during and after the Civil War era.

The tintype is housed in a full case with a gilt brass mat featuring clipped corners and a textured gold-tone surround, bordered by a red velvet liner. No photographer’s imprint, studio identification, or handwritten annotation is visible within the case.