Antique 1850s Silver Plate Daguerreotype Photo Portrait Seated Woman Gilt Brass For Sale

This is a genuine antique 19th-century cased silver-plate daguerreotype, featuring a portrait of a seated Victorian woman. Housed in its ornate original floral-embossed gilt brass mat and frame, this piece dates back to the 1850s–1860s.

• Item Type: Authentic Silver-Plate Daguerreotype Photograph

• Size: Sixth-plate format (approx. 2.75" x 3.25")

• Era: Victorian / Civil War Era (Circa 1850–1865)

• Condition: Vintage antique condition as shown in photos. The photographic plate exhibits the classic reflective mirror sheen characteristic of true daguerreotypes. It retains its original decorative brass preserver and cover glass. The outer leather/wooden case is missing, and the back shows historic paper/tape sealing typical of separated elements. Surface wear, tarnish rings, and dust consistent with age apply. Please examine all high-resolution photos closely for exact condition details.

A fantastic, highly collectible piece of early photographic history for any antique enthusiast or ephemera collector!