Cruiser, C. 1850s-60s Ninth Plate Ambrotype of Presumed Painting of Famous Stallion early cast iron frog Carton shows some wear but

Carton shows some wear but is holding together

perhaps next to where one hangs the keys

2 1/4" tall x 2 1/4" wide

Slides measure 2 5/16" x 3/4" ea and all are in very good condition

17” x 14” x 2 1/2”

Cruiser, C. 1850s-60s Ninth Plate Ambrotype of Presumed Painting of Famous Stallion early cast iron frog Carton shows some wear butI'm not well equipped for photographing daguerreotypes and ambrotypes, so photos do no real justice to this one, which in the hand feels very strong and crisp and bold. I purchased it from a new favorite early paper, books and photography dealer at Reininger's flea market in Adamstown, PA and was quickly congratulated by a collector on the acquisition as I stood there with it in front of me on the counter. It is a ninth plate ambrotype, of what I