WOMAN HOLDING A BUCKET : STUDIO PORTRAIT : EDWARDIAN ERA : VINTAGE PHOTO

This charming antique studio photograph measuring about 5 x 4 inches, features a poised young woman in what appears to be an Edwardian-era portrait with a rustic, theatrical flair. The sitter stands in a confident, slightly angled pose, her left hand resting at her hip while her right arm is raised to support a small wooden bucket resting over her shoulder. The prop suggests a staged pastoral or character study—possibly evoking a milkmaid or country theme, a popular motif in early studio photography. She is dressed in a fitted, patterned dress with a cinched waist and softly gathered skirt, the fabric adorned with a delicate floral design. At the neckline is a decorative bow or rosette, adding a touch of femininity to the ensemble. Her wide-brimmed hat, embellished with flowers, frames her face beautifully and enhances the period aesthetic. Her expression is calm and self-assured, with a faint, knowing smile.  SOLD

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  1. duckusually660d1f2ffd's avatar

    Hi !   I recently cleaned out my parents house of 57 years which had many cabinet cards from the late 1800s to early 1900s. Are you guys interested

    • bmarshphd's avatar

      Yes. If you could send me scans of the photos, it would be terrific. My email is historypeddler@gmail.com. Thanks.


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