AFRICAN AMERICAN MAN DRESSED UP WITH UNUSUAL HAT
CASED TINTYPE
$250. USD
The man is cheerful, comfortable, and well-dressed. He wears a white shirt, bow tie, a fine vest with matching long jacket, and light-colored pants. He also wears an unusual light-colored hat, which leads me to 3 possibilities:
1) The hat may be occupational.
2) The hat may be related to his heritage.
3) The hat may be simply a fashion choice, his style.
HOUSING. This tintype came in a mat and preserver, but with no case. We married it to a brown thermoplastic union case, which is an appropriate choice. The case has some small rough spots, but is in fine working order. The clasp works.
SIZE. The case and parts are sixth plate size. This means they are for images that are 3 1/4 x 2 3/4 inches. We have not removed the tintype from the mat and preserver, as it's very secure. It is likely slightly smaller than sixth plate.
CONDITION. There are no bends. The tintype appears to be in very good condition.
APPEARANCE. Very good contrast. Wonderful, relaxed pose and expression.