Date of this 1800s Baseball Tintype?

drcy · #1 06-09-2017, 01:44 PM

I'd say 1870s due to the very plain background. Backgrounds and props became more and more ornate and detailed in the 1880s-90s. If it was 1860s, he'd mostly likely have a stand to hold him still.

Leon · #2 06-19-2017, 08:16 AM

Thanks David. If i go to sell or trade it I will probably be safe and say circa 1870s. I too think it is older than the 1880s due to his bat and clothing.

Btw, the ball in his hand looks smooth but it can't be seen too well even when magnifying.

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Originally Posted by drcy

I'd say 1870s due to the very plain background. Backgrounds and props became more and more ornate and detailed in the 1880s-90s. If it was 1860s, he'd mostly likely have a stand to hold him still.

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