Tintype photograph in carte de visite mount depicting a young African American boy in a studio portrait, dating to the late 19th century. The image is presented within a decorative printed CDV mount with an arched window and ornamental scrollwork, with no photographer’s imprint visible. The combination of a small ferrotype image set into a card mount reflects a less common but documented format, likely produced as an economical alternative to albumen CDVs. The boy is shown in three-quarter view, turned slightly to the right, with a direct and engaging expression. He wears a patterned shirt with a vest, the textures of the fabric clearly visible despite the small format. His expression is notably open, with a broad smile revealing teeth, a relatively uncommon feature in formal portraiture of the period. The background is plain, allowing the focus to remain entirely on the sitter’s face and upper torso. The mount features a lightly embossed decorative border framing the image, with soft wear and toning consistent with age. No printed text or studio information is present on the mount or within the visible image area. The photograph remains a compelling example of vernacular African American portraiture, with strong presence and immediacy despite its modest scale.