[Elderly Man Holding Ivory-topped Walking Stick] 1843 - 1845

This daguerreotype, created between 1843 and 1845 by American photographer John Plumbe Jr., depicts an elderly man holding an ivory-topped walking stick. The image, housed in its original case, showcases the meticulous detail and technical mastery of early photographic techniques. The daguerreotype, a groundbreaking photographic process invented in the 1830s, captured images with remarkable clarity and detail. This portrait exemplifies the artistry of early photography and its capacity to immortalize individuals and their stories.