{"product_id":"victorian-miniature-cased-ambrotype-portrait-circa-1855","title":"Victorian Miniature Cased Ambrotype Portrait Circa 1855","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful portrait is an original miniature Ambrotype, one of the earliest successful photographic methods used, with a glass plate to capture images.  Each Ambrotype is a unique, one-of-a-kind object.  This specific pocket-sized example really captures the elegance of this Victorian lady, which has been preserved for over 160 in its little travel case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe image is set behind glass and framed by a gilt metal fancy border.  The detailing remains crisp.  The case leather bound folding case with gold leaf patterns along the edges.  The interior is layered and has a protective pad and it has a functional brass clasp on the outside for when closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca 1855-1860\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures 4.5cm x 5cm (closed).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Very good antique condition.  The image remains very clear with no fading, and the leather case shows minimal signs of age-related wear.  Please see the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock ref - CG-CCU-029\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cobble \u0026 Green","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56431906881922,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/3107\/1155\/files\/antique-cased-miniature-portrait.jpg?v=1772536528","url":"https:\/\/www.cobbleandgreen.com\/products\/victorian-miniature-cased-ambrotype-portrait-circa-1855","provider":"Cobble \u0026 Green","version":"1.0","type":"link"}