1850s Cased Daguerreotype - Young Woman in Dark Dress with Bow Tie

1850s Cased Daguerreotype - Young Woman in Dark Dress with Bow Tie, Arched Gilt Mat
 
For sale is an appealing 1850s cased daguerreotype portrait of a gorgeous young woman. Daguerreotypes, the earliest practical form of photography, are cherished for their sharp detail and unique luminous quality. This example shows a composed young lady with dark hair center-parted and styled into fashionable side curls. She wears a solid dark dress featuring a crisp white collar, a prominent light-colored bow tie at the neck, and visible white cuffs, with her left hand resting gently in her lap.
The portrait is housed in its original leather union case with a handsome gilt brass mat that has an elegant arched top.  
 
This daguerreotype offers a wonderful window into mid-19th century fashion and daily life, making it a desirable addition for collectors of early photography, Victorian portraits.