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inches), it was a common size for family keepsakes and was usually protected behind glass in a decorative leather or thermoplastic case. Archival Significance

The intricate lace, fabric textures, and styling of children's clothing in the 1850s. 5423290_050.jpg

The "hand-colored" aspect is notable for its subtlety, using fine pigments to add pink hues to the girl's face and possibly gold accents to jewelry or details on her dress. Format: As a quarter-plate daguerreotype (roughly inches), it was a common size for family