Description: Rare early, sixth-plate daguerreotype of Ela Collins (February 14, 1786 – November 23, 1848), member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 20th district (in office March 4, 1823 – March 3, 1825) and lawyer. Collins is identified by a period note affixed to the green silk pad. I think this was taken about 1841-1842 - Collins would have been about 56 here - and it appears to be the portrait that his Wikipedia image, a drawing, is based on. Most likely taken by a New York daguerreotypist. Housed in its original leather case. Both the dag and the case are in very good antique condition. Daguerreotype is no longer sealed, but other than a layer of tarnish I see no issues. The diagonal line is a tarnish line. Please review the photos carefully. I am always happy to answer any questions, so please ask before committing to purchase. Shipping by FedEx. 7932C
Price: 45000 USD
Location: Fisherville, Kentucky
End Time: 2025-02-04T22:43:35.000Z
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Antique: Yes
Photo Type: Daguerreotype
Type: Photograph
Format: Daguerreotype
Year of Production: 1839-1842
Image Orientation: Portrait
Original/Reprint: Original Print
Theme: History, Politics, Museum, Wikipedia
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Production Technique: Daguerreotype
Subject: Historic & Vintage, New York, Political
Vintage: Yes
