D05-116. A PROFESSIONAL PALETTE! Think of the greatest single word you might use to describe the gent's hand tinted "canvas" multiply that thought by 10 and then you might be in the correct visual arena for viewing the man's psychedelic sunbeam. He has an extremely pleasant expression. Not only was the daguerreian, or his trained colorist capable of magnificent feats, the actual camera operator had a substantial grasp of artistic excellence to produce this memorable jewel. As I have explained so many times, at least 80% of all daguerreotypes have been cleaned, thus diminishing or completely removing any lovely pigments that had been applied. Obviously, there were American artisans in the mid-1840's who were so skillfully trained that they could produce these rarely seen marvels. And fate has permitted this stunning archivally taped sixth plate to survive in pristine condition!!! The appearance of the likeness is absolutely magical! A period leather case contains his visage. $3,650