FASHIONABLE BLACK MAN TWICE, OR BROTHERS
TINTYPE PAIR
$300. USD
Originally, I thought this was the same man twice, but now I'm leaning towards the brother attribution. What about you?
Both tintypes feature the same studio setting.
TINTYPE #1) He looks dapper. He's dressed to the T in a jacket and vest, and shiny shoes. There's a small tassel hanging from his cool hat. He holds a pointer stick (or walking stick). He knows he looks good!
Size: Approximately 3 9/16 x 2 5/8 inches. Condition: Light bends. Striations in the varnish (light alligator patterns). Light circular spot to the left of his elbow. The black vertical streak to the right of him, in the sky area, is from the production. The whitish-blue area along the left edge, and the matching spot at the top edge, are also from the production.
TINTYPE #2) He wears a long, double-breasted coat and an unusual hat. He also holds a pointer and wears shiny shoes.
Size: Approximately 3 9/16 x 2 1/8 inches. Condition: Horizontal bend near the bottom. Light scratches. The light black lines at the top are from the production.
APPEARANCE. Each has very good contrast. Each has elegant posing. A handsome pair of portraits.