Antique Turn-of-the-Century Photographic Portrait – Formal Couple / Possible Wedding or Engagement (c. 1900)
Description:
Up for sale is a beautiful, genuine antique photographic studio portrait depicting a formally dressed young couple from the Gilded Age / early Edwardian era.
This photograph showcases incredible historical fashion details. The young woman is styled in a classic "Gibson Girl" upswept hairdo with a hair bow, wearing an elegant high-collared lace gown with voluminous puffed sleeves and a polished metallic belt. The gentleman sits beside her in a formal dark frock suit, a crisp white bow tie, and a distinct floral boutonniere pinned to his lapel with a ribbon—a detail traditionally indicating a groom or formal wedding celebration.
Dimensions:
• Size: Measures approximately 4" x 5.5"
Condition:
Authentic antique condition with a wonderful vintage patina. The image displays mild edge wear, light surface scuffing, and minor creasing along the bottom corner margins. The reverse side features thick black paper residue, showing that it was preserved inside a traditional vintage scrapbooking or family portrait album for generations. Please review all close-up photos to evaluate the condition. Perfect piece for genealogy enthusiasts, antique photography collectors, or fashion costume historians.