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Various Photographers

Lot 38022

Group of Five Occupational Ambrotypes, 1860

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Lot 38022

Group of Five Occupational Ambrotypes, 1860

Ambrotype

Estimate: US$ 300 - 500

€ 260 - 440

Auction: 5 days

Heritage Auctions

City: Dallas, TX

Auction: May 14, 2025

Auction number: 14224

Auction name: Depth of Field: 19th Century Photography Including a Collection of Daguerreotypes Showcase Auction

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Various Photographers ( (mid-19th Century) Group of Five Occupational Ambrotypes, 1860s Comprising: A 1/4-plate of three seated men in aprons and hats holding hammers contained in half leather case. A 1/4-plate of a group of eight men, possibly potters, one holding a pitcher and cup, contained in leather case. A 1/6-plate of a butcher holding a large saw and cutting a piece of meat, contained in leather case. A 1/6-plate of a young man holding a milk can and tin cup, contained in hinged leather case. A 1/6-plate of a blacksmith holding a scythe blade and hammer, contained in brass mat and preserver. HID12401132022 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice

The ambrotype of the potters showing cracking to the emulsion. Not examined out of the cases.

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The ambrotype of the potters showing cracking to the emulsion. Not examined out of the cases.