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ANTIQUE Wilson & Sons LONDON, ENGLAND Portrait of a Woman PHOTO / Cabinet Card
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ANTIQUE Wilson & Sons LONDON, ENGLAND Portrait of a Woman PHOTO / Cabinet Card
This antique cabinet card offers a window into the past, capturing the spirit of the Victorian era in London. The subject, a woman with an evocative gaze, exemplifies the era’s style with her voluminous hair, detailed lace collar, and the buttoned-up fashion of the time. The soft monochrome tones and the gentle fade add a sense of timelessness and nostalgia to the image.
Wilson & Sons, the photographers as indicated on the card, were likely a renowned studio located in Paddington Green, London. Paddington Green itself is a historically significant area with deep roots in London’s history. It’s fascinating to think of the many Londoners who may have had their portraits taken at this studio, dressed in their best attire.
The choice of details in her attire and the intricate lacework suggest she might have belonged to an upper-middle-class or possibly higher social strata. The quality of the print, the careful framing, and the evident craftsmanship indicate that such portraits were not an everyday affair but rather a significant occasion.
The wear and tear visible on the cabinet card, along with the cracks, give us a hint of its age and the journey it has been through. Each mark and blemish tells a story of hands that have held it, perhaps passed down through generations or discovered in an antique shop.
In sum, this cabinet card by Wilson & Sons is more than just a photograph. It’s a piece of history, a tale of a bygone era, and a testament to the artistry of early photographers in London.
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