Lot 081 - Antique Tintype Photograph, "Hidden Father" Portrait Of A Toddler In White Dress

Lot 081 - Antique Tintype Photograph, "Hidden Father" Portrait Of A Toddler In White DressAn antique tintype photograph depicting a curly haired toddler in a white dress seated before a painted backdrop. A partially concealed adult figure, appearing to be male with a visible beard, is hidden behind the chair supporting the child during the exposure. This is an example of the "hidden parent" convention in which an adult steadied a young child for the long exposure time but attempted to remain out of the frame. The surface shows scratching

and a very nice jeweled camel brooch and another jeweled piece on the side keeping the tassel neat

green teardrop crystals suspended from those

Circa mid-20th century

display only

Not evaluated for completeness or usability

The front tilts down to view the photographs

It is in good condition with lovely antique patina

Tintype of Woman: 6-3/8" x 8-3/8"

" This is an authorized reprinting of an original 78-card deck by Pamela Colman Smith

Housed in a half leatherette hinged case with decorative mat and cover glass

and other individuals connected to the harbor community

significant paint losses