Ambrotype Photograph of a Young Man in a Top Hat and Bowtie in Case (1/9 Plate) shop2024 but I think it gives

but I think it gives it a cool look

It is in good condition with some chipping in the paint

though one search result suggested they may have been located in Springfield

All of that is mounted on a wood block with a hole for easy wall hanging

I never dared anticipate

Ambrotype Photograph of a Young Man in a Top Hat and Bowtie in Case (1/9 Plate) shop2024 but I think it givesHere is a lovely antique ambrotype photograph of a young man in a top hat wearing a very large bowtie. This photo is housed in a half case, often called a "union case." It dates to the second half of the 1800s. This photo is 1 9th plate size, making it approximately 2 x 2. 5 inches.