The product is an original tintype photo of a cross-eyed homely girl from the late 1800s, making it a unique and collectible piece. The landscape orientation adds to its character and the vintage nature of the image lends to its appeal as a historical artifact. This one-of-a-kind photograph captures a moment in time from over a century ago, offering a glimpse into the past and making it a special addition to any collection of photographic images.
Tintypes were developed in 1850's. This process places a positive image created on a thin sheet of iron coated with a dark lacquer or enamel. They were an affordable alternative to daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes.
These were popular from 1860 to 1900. Now considered collectibles.