Bidspirit auction | A Collection of Cased Mid-19th

A Collection of Cased Mid-19th Century Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, and Tintypes - A collection of approximately 13 antique cased photographs, characteristic of mid-19th century daguerreotypes, ambrotypes, or tintypes. The images, predominantly rectangular with a few oval examples, depict individual men, women, and children. Each photograph is enclosed within an ornate gilt or brass metal preserver and housed in hinged cases. These cases are constructed from materials such as embossed leather, molded gutta-percha, and wood, often featuring velvet or fabric linings in various colors including red, blue, green, and gold. No discernible text or manufacturer markings are visible.