1/4 Plate Tintype of Full Standing Civil War Union Drummer with Tinting

1/4 Plate Tintype of a Full-Standing Union Drummer with Drum and Beautiful Hand-Tinting – Complete Leatherette Case
 
This outstanding quarter-plate tintype features a full-standing portrait of a Civil War Union drummer proudly posed with his drum. The musician is shown in  Federal uniform, with his drum prominently displayed in front of him strapped in position.
 
The image displays attractive period hand-tinting, with delicate coloring applied to the uniform facings, drum, and other details, adding significant visual appeal and depth to the portrait.
 
Housed in its original complete leatherette case, this tintype remains well-preserved and highly displayable. Full-standing images of identified or unidentified musicians with their instruments are particularly desirable in Civil War photography, as they represent an important and colorful element of regimental life.
 
A fine and character-filled example of a Union drummer, ideal for collectors of military musicians, drummer boy portraits, or high-quality cased tintypes.