Daguerreotype, Unusual Female Image, Needs Professional Help And Restoration.

This daguerreotype is of a young lady in what looks like a gone with the wind dress. However when photo was found and examined the glass image is missing the copper? and backing glass and only has a black piece of felt behind the front glass. Some of the image appears rubbed off? The mat and frame are OK and usable. The case looks restorable and has the clasp and clasp retainer. Needs new tape at binding seam. Not sure what it would take to bring this image back. Size Sixth Plate: 2.75 x 3.25 inches (7 x 8 cm) A daguerreotype is one-of-a-kind photograph, meaning that the process produces only a single image. It can appear as a negative or a positive view of the subject depending on the viewing angle and the lighting conditions. A daguerreotype is subject to tarnish and usually is encased to protect the image. Condition: Top part of case missing cushions parts. Edge binding tape broken. Symmetrical case has some blemishes and minor corner damage. Image on the glass has a section that appears rubbed off. Missing copper, plate ? and protective glass ? piece of felt backing the front glass image. Please rely on pictures to show further condition. . Shipping: We have a 3-Business Day Handling Time. However, we do ship ASAP so typically we can get it out faster. If you need the item faster or on a deadline, please message us before purchase and we will see if we can accommodate you (additional shipping fees may apply). Best Offers: We’re always willing to try and work with our customers, so a lot of our items feature “make offer”. Please note that the majority of the listings with this feature are on an “auto-accept/decline” setup within certain thresholds, and it’s not actually us declining your offers. You can always send us a message to make offers as well! Combined Shipping We try to help all of our customers by offering combined shipping. Please “Request” a total to receive a combined shipping discount before completing Checkout. International International buyers are handled on a case by case basis and will always be handled via either GSP or other trackable services depending on the item. Please message us if you’re interested in a particular item. Thank you for stopping by! Our High Resolution Photographs are taken for your review and inspection of the item in detail. Please review and feel free to ask any question you may have. Be sure to View Our Store to see our extensive inventory of great Antiques , Collectibles , Vintage Toys , and more! Resellers, Tax Exempt Notice ! We know that the new internet state sales tax rules are a pain for everyone. However, it is important to note that eBay is now allowing your tax exempt status on the site (important for people who have it). Per Ebay: If you are exempt from paying sales tax on your eBay purchases, visit ebay.com/salestax to learn more about our buyer exemption program for tax-exempt buyers (e.g. charitable entities, resellers, etc.). Powered by SixBit’s eCommerce Solution