RARE Half Plate 1850s Ambrotype SHAKESPEAREAN STAGE ACTOR In Costume - Famous? folk art and the boy was his

and the boy was his son Clement

and a very light abrasion from its original mat

measuring about 4

The issue of note is some speckling in the sky in the outdoor view

have a look and if you have any questions please ask before committing to purchase

RARE Half Plate 1850s Ambrotype SHAKESPEAREAN STAGE ACTOR In Costume - Famous? folk art and the boy was hisOriginal 1850s, half plate ambrotype of an actor in full costume. This is a clear glass ambrotype; the emulsion is protected by cover glass, and the mat is placed on top of that. It is in overall very good antique condition as shown, with some age related spotting. The preserver missing its bottom piece though the ambrotype still sits pretty securely inside of the case. The case is in very good condition, complete and intact with no repairs. Boxed