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An original antique Victorian-era carte de visite (CDV) photograph featuring a formally posed couple. The gentleman is seated while the woman stands beside him with her hand resting on his shoulder. Their clothing offers a wonderful glimpse into 19th-century fashion, including the woman’s fitted bodice, full skirt, and decorative sleeves.The front of the card identifies the photographer as J. W. Gould, with studio locations printed as Main Street, Carrollton, Ohio. This photographer’s imprint adds historical and regional interest for collectors of antique photography and Ohio history.Details:* Subject: Victorian-era couple’s portrait
* Format: Carte de visite (CDV)
* Photographer: J. W. Gould
* Location: Main Street, Carrollton, Ohio
* Estimated date: Approximately 1860s–1870s; exact date unconfirmed
* Original vintage photographic print mounted on card stock
* Sepia-toned image with decorative borderCondition:The photograph displays age-related toning, spotting, and discoloration, along with wear to the card edges and corners. The image remains recognizable, with good visibility of the subjects and their period clothing. The reverse shows additional age-related staining and discoloration. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are part of the condition description.A wonderful piece for collectors of antique photographs, Victorian portraits, genealogy, Ohio history, or 19th-century photographic ephemera.You will receive the exact original photograph pictured. The identities of the individuals are unknown, and the date is an estimate based on the photographic format and clothing.
