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$10,925.00

IMPORTANT 1/2 PLATE TINTED DAGUERREOTYPE SHOWING EIGHT MINERS IN TRENCH. Image shows a right hillside with a trench along the base being tended to by seven miners. In back of the miners is a man with blue pants on a white horse. The first man wears a black hat with blue shirt holding a long handled shovel. The second man wears a black hat and red shirt and holds a long handled shovel. Third man has white hat with blue shirt and holds a pitchfork. The fourth man has a blue shirt and holds a long handled shovel. Two men are seen behind. Trees are seen at top of hill. It is a clear image. Probably a western gold mining scene. Unsigned in leather case, which has become unhinged. CONDITION: Very good. 9-95021 (5,000-10,000)


Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Samoset 2003
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