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Civil War/Civil War Tintypes: Identified Full Plate Union Soldier Tintype

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Civil War/Civil War Tintypes: Identified Full Plate Union Soldier Tintype
c. 1860, Civil War Full Plate Tintype. Hand-painted tintype of William Townsend, c. 1860s, framed 14.5" x 12.25", Very Fine+. Oval-shaped tintype has begun to crack and chip in facial area and along upper edge, but the remainder of this piece is in excellent condition. Facial tones, blue jacket with gold colored buttons, gray-blue pants and red tablecloth hand-painting is still crisp and clean. Ornate gilt frame accentuates the age and beauty of this piece. Soldier's name is identified on reverse as "Grandfather Wm. Townsend / died in Civil War 1861- or 62. Buried in National Cemetary in / City of Washington D.C." A splendid example.