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Join us on November 5th for an exciting Political & Historical Americana sale. The auction features material dating to the 18th and 19th century, including a rare George Washington free frank, and a desirable John Quincy Adams Pewter mirror. Collectors will also find a wonderful selection of three-dimensional campaign items, an amazing Howard Hughes signed photograph, important association items, campaign posters, Lincolniana, and historical autographs. Potter & Potter Auctions info@potterauctions.com
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Photography: Collection of Daguerretypes.
Lot 335

Photography: Collection of Daguerretypes.

Estimate: $400 - $600
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A fine collection of 5 daguerreotypes, including:

1. Mother and Son 1/4 plate. The son holds a book in his hand. Leather case.

2. Mother and sons 1/6 plate. Her hair is elaborately dressed. Leather case.

3. Vignette portrait of young boy 1/6 plater. Leather case.

4. Young woman wearing black dress staring intently into the camera 1/4 plate. Leather case. 

5. Bearded and balding man. The backdrop appears to belong to Isaac Rehn of Philadelphia 1/6 plate. Leather case.

6. Portrait by Meade of a young girl 1/6 plate. Leather case.

7. Middle aged couple 1/6 plate. Leather case.

8. Portrait of older man 1/6 plate. Leather case.

9. Married to a furrier. Well dressed woman wear fur scarf and fur gloves. He mating muff sits on a table 1/4 plate. Leather case.

10. Middle aged man with side burns. Has a gold chain and tie tack 1/4 plate. Leather case.

Condition

Some examples with tarnish and wear to the case. Overall a wonderful collection

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