Antique 1/6 Plate Tintype Photo Baby Long White Gown Christening Dress Chair For Sale

Item Description

Antique Victorian 1/6 Plate Tintype Photograph – Baby in Long White Christening Gown / Baptism Dress (Circa 1870s–1880s)

Up for sale is an original 19th-century 1/6th plate tintype photograph featuring a charming studio portrait of a baby seated upright in an upholstered studio chair draped with a blanket. The child wears a traditional, floor-length white Victorian baptismal / christening gown that cascades down the chair.

• Format: Original 1/6 Plate Tintype (Uncased / Raw Plate)

• Dimensions: Approx. 2.5" x 3.5"

• Era: Circa 1870s–1880s Victorian Era

• Subject Details: Excellent detail on the baby's face and expression, contrasted against the bright white, voluminous gown.

📸 Buyer Note: Please inspect all high-resolution listing photos carefully for exact physical condition, surface emulsion characteristics, and corner condition.

Condition Report:

• Overall Condition: Good antique condition for an original ferrotype plate over 140 years old.

• Details: Good exposure on the subject's face. The emulsion shows typical age-appropriate surface micro-scratching, light crazing/spidering throughout, and minor handling marks along the plate margins. The reverse retains its dark brown japan lacquer with light scuffing and a small corner bend at the top left as pictured.