Lot 34

Lot 34

Cool hand tinted quarter-plate outdoor ambrotype of a large New York country home. The photographer has tinted all the lovely shade trees with a vibrant green. He also decided to tint the fence a slightly lighter version of that same green. On front of the porch is a pyramid style trestle with numerous plants and shrubs lining the area. They have been tinted with green, red and yellow highlights. A horse and wagon are on the right and at the bottom side of the driver’s seat are red and yellow flowers. Was this possibly a local florist? There is a lone figure just to the right of the door that appears to be a man. The plate is a little darker in tonal qualities, but this tranquil scene still reads quite nicely. The consignor isn’t certain of the exact location, but it is central New York. The image is housed in a nice brown geometric union case, Berg 3-22. It is in very good condition with a few tiny nicks or fleabites.

Opening bid $110