1/6th Plate Tintype of Federal Cavalry Soldier with Sword and Marston Revolver

1/6th Plate Tintype of Federal Cavalry Soldier with Sword and Rare Marston Revolver
 
Offered here is an outstanding 1/6th plate tintype depicting a seated young Federal cavalryman from the American Civil War era. The soldier is posed with a firm grip on his cavalry saber, while prominently displayed in his belt is a Marston revolver—an uncommon choice of sidearm, seldom encountered in period images.
 
While the image exhibits a slightly dark tone, all key details remain visible, and the content more than compensates. The subject’s uniform, equipment, and facial features are well-defined, and the overall composition captures the essence of a young man prepared for the hardships of war.