#5076 • Tintype of Civil War Union Cavalryman

Part of Fine and Decorative Arts | Day 3 | September 29, 2022 at 10:00 AM (live auction by Alderfer Auction)

High bid $1,300.00

Status: Sold

Sixth plate tintype of standing knees up view of Civil War Union cavalryman. Soldier wears short shell jacket and cavalry belt rig while holding model 1860 cavalry saber in subject's right hand and US flag on pole in subject's left hand. Subject wears Hardee hat with black feather plume and "5" and crossed saber insignia on front of hat Image exhibits good contrast and is housed in period thermoplastic frame that exhibits some wear. Provenance: Gary Wolfer collection.