Locket 1839 - 1899

This small, oval-shaped daguerreotype, titled "Locket," dates from between 1839 and 1899 and showcases a portrait of a man. The sitter is depicted in a formal pose, facing the camera with a serious expression. The image, crafted in the early days of photography, demonstrates the technical limitations of the daguerreotype process, highlighting the grainy texture and the absence of vivid colors. This intimate portrait, likely created for personal use, offers a glimpse into 19th-century portraiture and the rise of early photography.