Discovery
Description:
Quarter-plate Stereo Daguerreotype Portrait of a Gentleman, mounted in a "Mascher's Improved Stereoscope/Phila./Patent" pressed-paper/leather case, (tarnish, minor dust).
Estimate $400-600
The exterior of the case has losses, rubs, and tears. The interior is intact.
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