PERSON OF COLOR POSTMORTEM
DAGUERREOTYPE
$3600. USD
We may not know the subject's racial identity, but he doesn't appear to be Caucasian. We get a close-up view. It's always smart to remember this person was once very much alive, and we should respect that.
SIZE. Sixth plate.
HOUSING. Split case.
CONDITION. Old glass replaced with hand-cut, high-quality, borosilicate glass by Derek French. Resealed. Ding at lower right. Mat abrasions. A few light scratches. Black spot in the light area above his stomach. Tiny debris or blemish above his mouth.
APPEARANCE. Sharp. Excellent contrast. Nice angle.