Monday, August 17, 2009

Sixteenth plate Daguerreotype


The plate size of this daguerreotype is 1/16th: 1 3/8 x 1 5/8 inch (3.5 x 4 cm)!

This is the smallest plate available. It shows how incredible sharp and full of detail these photos can be. It dates back from around the 1850s. I have searched a long time for this plate size, and finally bought this one at Ebay for less then 30 dollars.

Notice the beautiful dress, jewelry, and the books on the table. 

posted by Rob from Amersfoort
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  1. I like seeing your images. You have a great eye! ,, Jules Martino

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