ANTIQUE POST MORTEM TINTYPE VICTORIAN BROTHERS 1 DECEASED for Sale

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ANTIQUE POST MORTEM TINTYPE VICTORIAN BROTHERS 1 DECEASED For Sale

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ANTIQUE POST MORTEM TINTYPE VICTORIAN BROTHERS 1 DECEASED:
$350.00

Own a haunting and rare piece of history – an original mid-19th century tintype photograph of two young boys, possibly an example of Victorian post-mortem mourning photography.

This authentic antique tintype, measuring 2” x 2.5”, features two children dressed in formal dark clothing, encased in a beautiful gold-trimmed, pressed case. The image showcases a somber and eerie presence, with one child's hand resting in an unusually stiff manner and a blank stare, the child seems swollen as well—suggesting it could be a Victorian-era post-mortem image, a deeply significant practice in 19th-century mourning culture.

Key Features:

✅ Antique Tintype Photograph – Original 1800s image, not a reproduction.

✅ Possible Post-Mortem Photography – One child's hand and posture suggest a Victorian mourning portrait.

✅ Gold-Trimmed Case – Elegant protective case with intricate floral detailing.

✅ Authenticity Guaranteed – Sourced from a private collection of early American photography.

✅ Size: 2” x 2.5” (photo area) – Pocket-sized relic of history!

Historical Significance

Victorian post-mortem photography was a deeply sentimental practice where families memorialized their deceased loved ones through staged, lifelike portraits. These rare images were often the only surviving photos of the deceased and are highly collectible today.

Condition:

✔ Photo Condition: Good overall, with some minor surface wear, expected for a piece of this age.

✔ Case Condition: Intact but show light wear (see photos for details).

✔ Image Clarity: Sharp contrast with excellent detail—a standout piece for any collector.

🔍 Highly Collectible – Antique post-mortem images are rare and highly sought after. This piece is perfect for collectors of memento mori, Victorian mourning art, spirit photography, and 19th-century memorial items.

📦 FAST & SECURE SHIPPING – Carefully packaged with protection to preserve its historical integrity.

💬 Feel free to ask any questions! Serious collectors, don’t miss out on this rare and eerie piece of history.