In today's market there are hundreds of collecting areas available to interested parties. In the world of photography, there are many sub- categories which interest collectors. Perhaps one of the most intriguing areas is that of the daguerreotype.Louis-Jacques-Mande Daguerre announced his invention of the daguerreotype process to the public on August 19, 1839. It remained a popular medium until 1850 when faster processes became available. A daguerreotype is a process whereby silver is plated on top of copper and is polished and shined until it is mirror-like. The plate was then sensitized in a closed box over iodine until it achieved a rose color. The plate was then held in a container which did not allow light in and then transferred to a camera. After being exposed to light, the plate was developed over hot mercury until the image appeared. Finally, the plate was soaked in a solution of sodium thiosulfate and toned with gold chloride to fix the image.
UP FOR AUCTION TODAY AT BLOOMSBURY - DAGUERREOTYPE ABOVE
Stereo Daguerreotype untitled (draped female nude pouring from a teapot), 1850sPair of stereoscopic daguerreotypes, hand coloured, gilt highlights, arched top corners, edges taped. mount size 8.5 x 17.3cm (3¼ x 6_ in.) image sizes 6.5 x 5.6cm (2½ x 2¼ in.).(1) Estimate £500 - £700
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If i have several deguerrotypes, how would I go about finding a buyer?
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