Identified and dated Daguerreotype of Albert J. Hills, 1851
(HILLS, Albert J.)
From Between the Covers-Rare Books, Inc. ABAA, Gloucester City, NJ, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
AbeBooks Seller since 25 July 1997
From Between the Covers-Rare Books, Inc. ABAA, Gloucester City, NJ, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
AbeBooks Seller since 25 July 1997
About this Item
Sixth plate daguerreotype. Matted with preserver in original embossed leather case with red cut velvet pad. Image size approximately 2.75" x 3.25". Image is fine, the hinge of the case has been neatly repaired and is very good or better Image of a seated young man with his hands across his stomach. Subtle and tasteful pink tinting on his cheeks and neck tie. What is unusual about this image is that the plate has been finely engraved by hand in the side margins identifying the subject, his age, and the date. On the right: "Albert J. Hills. A. 17 yrs." on the left: "A. 1851." A terrific example of a dated and identified Dag. While the name Albert J. Hills is not entirely uncommon, with help of the date it seems likely that this Albert J. Hills was from Edmeston, New York, and appears to have served in the Artillary during the Civil War. While dates occasionally have markings scratched on the plate, this was clearly done by a professional engraver. Seller Inventory # 588298
Bibliographic Details
Title: Identified and dated Daguerreotype of Albert...
Publisher: Albert J. Hills, [No place
Publication Date: 1851
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Fine
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