Lot #237 - Two Quarter-Plate Ambrotypes Of Mourning Women
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Auction House:Leonard Joel
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Sale Name:The American Civil War Collection
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Sale Date:22 Jul 2012 ~ 12noon
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Lot #:237
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Lot Description:Two Quarter-Plate Ambrotypes Of Mourning Women
post 1861, mother and daughter both in mourning attire, housed in modern frames
frames 15.5cm high x 14.3cm wide x 1.5cm deep -
Notes:Black was adopted by Queen Victoria when in mourning of her late husband Prince Albert in 1861. This fashion was emulated by the general public initially as a sign of sympathy for the monarchs distress.
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Estimate:A$200 - 300
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Realised Price:
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Category:Memorabilia
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