The woodworker holds a square. On the table: a plane, a hammer, a rasp, a chisel, and a clamp. This is a workman proud of his vocation.

The daguerreotypist put an abundance of light on the sitter as well as the objects.

SIZE. Sixth plate.

HOUSING. Full case with some wear and a weak spine.

CONDITION. Light mat abrasions. A few tiny white specks, including on his lapel. Old glass replaced with high-quality, hand-cut borosilicate glass by Derek French. Resealed.

APPEARANCE. Nice display of some tools of the trade. A strong occupational portrait.