A quarter plate tintype depicting a Civil War soldier posed in full uniform with a rifle and fixed bayonet. The soldier stands with stoic confidence, wearing a kepi cap and dark coat adorned with hand-tinted gold accents highlighting his buttons and insignia. The carefully painted camp backdrop features tents, a cannon, and cannonballs, creating a dramatic and patriotic setting reflective of the era’s military photography. The soldier’s stance, coupled with the detailed props and camp scene, evokes the challenges and resolve of Union soldiers during the Civil War.