This beautifully preserved cabinet card features a young girl with delicate facial features, gazing thoughtfully off to the side. Her soft, wavy curls frame her face, adding to her angelic and innocent appearance. Her expression is one of quiet contemplation, with wide eyes that suggest curiosity and perhaps a hint of shyness. She is dressed in a stylish Victorian outfit, consisting of a dark, long-sleeved dress adorned with a lace-trimmed collar that cascades over her shoulders. A ribbon is neatly tied at the front, adding a refined touch to her ensemble. On her head, she wears a plush velvet hat, slightly tilted, giving her a fashionable and well-dressed look indicative of the late 19th century. Her hands rest gently atop one another in a relaxed yet poised manner, further enhancing the timeless elegance of this portrait. The lighting and soft focus around the edges draw attention to the girl’s delicate features, making this a striking example of high-quality Victorian-era portrait photography. This cabinet card was produced by T.E. Daniels Jr., a photographer based in Provo, Utah. The back of the cabinet card contains an elegantly written inscription: “May Holliday”—likely the name of the young girl in the portrait. Additionally, there is a faint purple studio stamp from T.E. Daniels Jr., Photographer, Provo, Utah, along with a catalog number 3095. This image has excellent clarity. The contrast and fine details remain crisp, capturing the textures of the girl’s lace, her velvet hat, and even the soft waves of her hair. (SOLD)
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