RARE ANTIQUE 1850S TINTYPE PHOTO BY PETER NEF... Lot n° 11

An American Pre Civil War, genuine and extremely rare 1856 marked tintype, early  Melainotype, photographic print on iron metal plaque by the creator of the technique named Peter Neff. The portrait of a rich old lady, most probably a West Frontier Pioneer widow. Tintype is the popular moniker for melainotype, which got its name from the dark color of the unexposed photographic plate, and ferrotype, named after the plates iron composition. Antique American Photographs For Collectors. Condition: Overall good antique condition. Signs of wear and Age. Refer to photos. Sold as is. Dimensions: Dimensions 3 1/8 x 2 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate.