This pair of sixth plate tintypes are the only cased images I have ever seen of Civil War ironclads. The images were found together in a very nice thermoplastic case. They are matted and framed with identical mats and preservers. The images are somewhat dark, but show very well. The…
Ruby Ambrotype, 9th plate This image of a seated militia soldier is likely from Massachusetts based on images of soldiers identified to Massachusetts with nearly identical uniforms. The frock coat with three rows of buttons and extensive collar, cuff and chest decoration has been seen on Massachusetts militiamen. The uniform…
Very fine sixth plate ambrotype of an unidentified Confederate officer with Virginia staff buttons on his frock coat. The button design can be clearly seen with a loupe. Two collar bars are visible under his beard, so he was at least a first lieutenant. The officer’s cheeks are lightly tinted…