Timothy O'Sullivan Original Civil War 1863 Battle Fredericksburg Albumen Photo

Description: Item Description:For sale is a Timothy O'Sullivan Original Civil War 1863 Battle of Fredericksburg Albumen Photograph.THIS SAME EXACT IMAGE USED IN THE KEN BURNS 9 PART SERIES "CIVIL WAR"!!! The albumen is by noted and pioneering Civil War photographer Timothy O'Sullivan (CA 1840 - 1882). It is from June 1863, Battery D., Second U.S. Artillery in action at Fredricksburg. The photo shows the field of battle at Fredericksburg, with soldiers manning cannon, ready to fire. The albumen is not dated, but a vintage tag accompanying the photo states that it was taken in June 1863, and depicts Battery D Second U.S. Artillery.The 2nd U.S. Artillery was raised on March 21,1861, with Battery D being a light battery which participated in First Bull Run, the capture of West Point, Gaines' Mill, Glendale, and Lamvern Hill. In the Maryland campaign it was engaged at Burkittsville and Antietam, as well as Fredericksburg and Salem Church. During the fall of 1863, it was actively employed with the cavalry and saw in action at Raccoon Ford, Robinson River, Morton's Ford, Blue Mill's Landing, and Muddy Run. In 1864 the battery was engaged at Todd's Tavern, participated in Sheridan's raids, Yellow Tavern, Matadequin Creek, and Trevilian Station. It later saw action in the Valley with Philip Sheridan, at Milford and Luray.The photo comes with a certificate of authenticity from University Archives and Founder John Reznikoff. It is guaranteed authentic or your money back. There is a 2133 on the bottom of photo. This HISTORIC albumen photograph measures 9 3/4" wide and 7 1/2" tall. The matte measures 20" wide x 16" tall.The albumen print, also called albumen silver print, is a method of producing a photographic print using egg whites. Published in January 1847 by Louis Desire Blanquart-Evrard, it was the first commercial process of producing a photo on a paper base from a negative. It became the dominant form of photographic positives from 1855 to the start of the 20th century, with a peak in the 1860–90 period.Vintage Albumen prints are often characterized by having a yellow tone due to aging, and usually have a shiny surface, as they are coated with egg whites, or albumen which creates this smooth shiny surface. This photograph exhibits both of these qualities. It will be shipped USPS Priority mail with signature confirmation. Reasons you should buy from me: 1) I've been selling on ebay for over 25 years with 100% FB, 2) I ship next business day, 3) I take pride in my listing accuracy and photography, so you can read about and see what you are purchasing. Condition:The matting is in excellent overall condition with ligth wear. The photo is more than 160 years old and has expected light age discoloration and wear. There is a real light crease going from upper left edge to lower right edge, a 3/4" tear repaired middle right edge, and light wrinkling. The corners and edges also show expected wear. Please view ALL photos to judge condition for yourself.About Home of Vintage Treasures I am a trustworthy and top rated plus professional seller on ebay for over 25 years!!!I have a 100% feedback rating and work very hard to make sure you have an excellent buying experience.You will receive your item quickly and very carefully packaged as I ship next business day after payment has been received.I do combine shipping cost when multiple items are won. Please wait for my invoice before paying if more than one item is won so I can save you money on shipping.Your item comes from a smoke-free home.

Price: 499.99 USD

Location: Douglasville, Georgia

End Time: 2024-11-24T19:40:43.000Z

Shipping Cost: 20 USD