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 | Clark and Holmes Marked Ambro
Crisp, clear image of an older man. Stamped on mat "Clark & Holmes Troy NY Pat July 11, 1854" Holmes, Henry. Active in Troy N.Y. 1855-1861. In 1855 he partnered with Thomlinson in the Museum Bldg. at Fulton and River streets. In 1856 he partnered wit... | $80
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 | Spectacular Ambrotype of a Violinist
For the sophisticated musical image collector: Excellent sixth plate ambro of a man holding his prized instrument. He proudly displays his violin along with the bow. This crisp, clear and lightly tinted rare image is contained in a full leath... | $300
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 | Whole Plate Ambro - Niagara Falls
Great whole plate ambrotype of Niagara Falls in its original gold leaf wall frame in excellent condition. A sharp image with excellent contrast and detail. There is some light staining in the sky which does not detract at all from this image or the s... | $1,000
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 | 9th Corps 1/6 Plate Ambrotype
Nice image of a gentleman wearing his jacket with his 9th Corps badge on his vest. Civil War. | $130
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 | Civil War Seasoned Sailor Ambro
Sixth plate ambrotype of an elderly Civil War sailor, decked out in coat and rain-tarred hat. His face is tinted a ruddy color and the buttons and epaulets are also tinted gold. He obviously is a man of many years at sea and it shows in the weathered... | $340
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 | Ambro 1/6 plate of a woman and her dog
Lovely sixth plate ambrotype of a woman and her little white puppy in her arms. She has gilded earrings, rings and necklace. A bit on the dark side. | $190
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 | Fraternal 1/6 Plate Ambro
Sixth plate ambrotype of a seated fraternal man wearing a tinted and gilted sash. He holds a book and his spectacles. Very nice image in a half case | $120
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 | Quarter Plate Outdoor English Ambro
Very nice ambrotype of an English country house with occupants posed in front. Notation on period hand verso indicates the house is "Tooting Grove". Slightly dark, but otherwise fine in an English hanging passe-partout mount/frame. | $320
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 | Ambro of a Boy w/Hat
Nice tinted ambrotype of a child sitting. He wears a suit and bowtie; his hat sits on the table next to him. Tinted cheeks; in a half leather case. Dated June, 1862 - taken after father died. The boy is five years, one month old according to note in... | $80
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 | Ambro of a Dag: Family and the Family Dog
Nice ambro taken of a dag of a family of four. Two children, the parents and the family dog. Quarter plate; slightly dark. In a full split leather case.
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 | Ambro of a Man
Ninth plate image of a man with a gilt watch fob. In a half case. | $60
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 | Union Soldier, 3rd Pennsylvania Cavalry
Civil War - Union Soldier, 3rd Pennsylvania Cavalry, probably an officer. He wears a four-button frock coat with lapels and the ten-button shell jacket. Quarter plate ruby ambrotype in a repaired case. | $300
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 | Sixth Plate Baby Post Mortem Ambro
Sixth plate ambrotype of a dead baby wearing a printed dress. This is an odd overhead shot of the child. A clear and disturbing postmortem image housed in a split leatherette case. | $580
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 | Civil War Soldier and Wife Sixth Plate
Identified. Written on paper behind image 'Grandpa & Grandma Buckles. Where she was visiting him at Tipton, Mo.' Horizontal sixth plate image with some solarization. | $160
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 | Ambro of a Man in a Top Hat
Ninth plate image of a man wearing a top hat. Tinted in a half leather case. Some spots. | $50
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 | Ambro of a Man wearing a Large Bow Tie
Ninth plate ambro of a man wearing a humongous bow tie. He has a wavy hair style that nearly defies gravity. Possibly the tie is so heavy it throws him off balance! In a half leather case. | $60
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 | Ambro of a Woman with a Crochet Hook
Sixth plate of a lady holding a crochet hook. Housed in a half leather case. | $200
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 | Man with Prosthetic Hand or Glove
Sixth plate ambro of a man with either a prosthesis or leather glove on his hand.
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 | Civil War Infantry Officer
Sixth plate image - ruby ambrotype of a Civil War Union Infantry Officer. The soldier's cheeks are tinted and he wears a dark colored uniform topped with a Great Coat and a cape over his shoulder. He also wears a Hardee Hat with crossed sabers and da... | $400
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 | Baby in Wicker Pram Ambro
Cute sixth-plate ambrotype of a somewhat uncomfortable child in a large wheeled wicker pram. The mother is located to the left as evidenced by her striped dress that is visible upon close inspection. There is some light crazing and light cloudiness o... | $120
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 | Indian Ambro or Glass Slide - Half Plate
Half plate ambrotype or possibly glass slide of three teepees with an Indian woman hanging animal skins on a line outside in the foreground. A second row of teepees is in the background. The actual Native American image on glass is approximately 1/8 ... | $120
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 | Tinted Ambrotype
Ninth plate ambro of a man with tinted cheeks in a full, albeit split leather case. | $60
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 | Outdoor Ambro Quarter Plate
Image of a home, two men and a dog standing in front. Outdoor image that is slightly dark, otherwise fine. Housed in a half leather case. | $240
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 | Japanese Ambrotype of a Man
Quarter plate-sized Japanese ambrotype housed in a half wooden Japanese-style case. Well tinted throughout. He is Mongolian and wears a derby and robe as if a distinguished gentleman of his era. Circa 1890, when ambrotypes were made in the Far East... | $360
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 | Tinted and Gilt Ambro of a Woman
Sixth plate ambro of a young lady. Well done image with some tinting and gilt jewelry. Housed in a half leather case. | $50
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 | Outdoor Ambro - Horse and Carriage
Great clear sixth plate ambrotype of a couple atop of a large two-wheeled horse and carriage. The bearded gent sports a derby and the lady wears her finest Sunday hat. Excellent image housed in a half leatherette case.
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 | Two Lovely Ladies - Ambro & Tin
Pair of ninth plate images, each contained in half leather cases. The first, an ambrotype, is the stronger of the two - a fair young lady wearing a fabulous pin-striped dress. The second is a tin and shows a slightly older lady with gilt jewelry. | $60
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 | Violinist Ambrotype - With an Attitude
This violin player appears to be a bit cocky as he plays his musical instrument while looking directly at the photographer with his ever-so-lightly tinted cheeks. All while he spokes a cigar. Obviously confident in his musical talent given the way h... | $240
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 | Tinted Ambro of a Young Man with His Violin
Sixth plate image of a young lad holding his prized musical instrument, a violin with the bow in the other hand. His cheeks are lightly tinted. The ambrotype is housed in a full, split leather case case.
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 | Quarter Plate Post Mortem of a Child
Horizontal ambrotype of a young child, unfortunately, deceased. The baby, appearing to be under two years old holds a small bouquet of flowers. This postmortem is contained in a split English style leather case. Excellent post mortem image of the dec... | $640
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 | California Gold Rush - Sixth Plate Ambro
CALIFORN-I-A OR BUST! Here is a superior ambrotype of a '49er - all packed and ready to go - heading from the Midwest to the great state of California. His suitcase is in his hand and his heavy duffel is placed on the table next to him. The ma... | $440
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 | Sophisticated Young Woman Ambrotype
Excellent sixth plate image of a beautiful young lady in with a pretty off the shoulder dress with lace decoration. She wears gilded jewelry and sits next to a table with a vase of flowers and two books or possibly a photograph albums. Contained in a... | $60
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 | Sixteenth Plate Ambro in a Maker-Marked Case
Sixteenth plate ambrotype of a man contained in a maker-marked leather case. On the back side of the case, it is stamped 'Swift & Mahan / 312 Market Street / Philadelphia'. The case is split. | $80
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 | Quarter Plate Ambrotype Boxers
Bare fisticuffs in this nice image of two gents going at it. Some minor crazing. Contained in a full repaired leather case. Example of a popular sport in the nineteenth century. | $160
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 | Dead or Dying? Ambrotype of a Sad Child
Dead or Dying baby circa 1860 image. Either a post mortem or prior to death sixth plate. Ambrotype with some haloing and an emulsion scratch. Housed in a split 1/6 plate leatherette case. A disturbing and haunting imagine of a young boy. | $720
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 | Girl in Pantaloons Ambrotype
Quarter plate image of a sassy little girl in her long waisted dress, ruffled pantaloons, and banana curls. The image shows her down to her button-top shoes. Excellent study of a young child from the mid-nineteenth century.
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 | Fireman With Attitude Ambrotype!
FIRE! FIRE! FIRE! Full standing fireman, probably a captain or higher rank given the formality of his uniform. His hat shows crossed nozzles and the number '7'. He confidently stands smoking a cigar knowing he risks his life daily to save the... | $320
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 | Man on a Horse and Carriage Ambro
Sixth plate horizontal ambrotype of a man atop a buggy pulled by a horse. Some damage to the emulsion on the upper left. Otherwise fine image. Contained in a half leather case.
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 | Quarter Plate Ambrotype of Siblings
Horizontal image of a two sisters and brother. One girl stands while the other boy and girl, possibly younger, sit in chairs. Housed in a damaged half geometric case.
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 | Union Private With Corps Badge
Ambrotype of a Civil War Union private wearing his Corps Badge. Sixth plate image housed in a full leather case. Distinct ring of tarnish gives this ambro character. | $220
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 | Spectacular Ambrotype of Three Musicians - Horns
Original ambrotype, ca. 1860, of a group of 3 musicians, each posed with a different brass instrument. These horns are large with elongated necks, popular prior to and into the Civil War. Rare instruments to say the least. The three bandsmen could po... | $400
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 | Post Mortem Ambrotype of a Baby
Excellent sixth plate image of a deceased baby. This postmortem ambrotype shows the young child laying lifeless on a small bed. The expression is one of emptiness as if life has just drifted away. A nice ring of solarization makes this image even m... | $320
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 | Great Post Mortem Ambrotype - Quarter Plate
Great quarter plate postmortem ambrotype of a dead young girl. She appears to have passed away approximately at age 4 or 5. She rests peacefully on a plaid covered bed and holds her hands crossed under her chest. This piece was bought from a descend... | $480
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 | Mourning Ambrotype of a Widow
Ninth plate ambro of a widow holding a picture of her deceased husband. This image focuses on the mourning period after his passing, as the woman is dressed in black, complete with a black headscarf or veil. She sits expressionless, reflecting the em... | $180
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 | Baby in Pram with Checked Blanket Ambrotype
Excellent sixth-plate ambrotype of a beautiful little girl in a large wheeled pram. A pram is a small carriage in which a baby or child is pushed around. The image shows the young child in a bonnet and checked blanket. Sharp, clear and with superior... | $240
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 | Ambrotype of a Little Girl with a Large Book
Sixth plate ambrotype of a young girl leaning over a small bench with her hands upon a very large book. The book is open at about the mid-point and an illustration is easily seen. The image is slightly dark with some crackling. In a half leather cas... | $80
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 | Ambrotype of a Pouty LIttle Boy
Sixth plate ambro of a young child with a scour instead of a smile. Slightly tined; he wears a patterned overshirt with a belt that has a large buckle. Uncased. | $60
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 | Armed Ambrotype Officer
Sixteenth plate of Union soldier, pictured from the chest up. Housed in a leather half case. The Civil War soldier wears a weathered mien with his hair combed back and left hand on the handle of a sheathed sword pressed against his chest. Some minor ... | $120
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 | The Walls of Pompeii Ambrotype
Grand sixth plate image of an al fresco painting on the Walls of Pompeii. This features a nude male in this rare image of the famous Walls of Pompeii. Housed in a half leather case; slightly dark image.
Pompeii is a ruined Roman city near m... | $320
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