Antique 1890s J. McKean Leith Scotland Gentleman Cabinet Card Photo #1409

Antique 1890s J. McKean Leith Scotland Gentleman Cabinet Card Photograph Original late-19th-century cabinet card photograph by J. McKean, professional photographer of Junction Bridge, 1 Ferry Road, Leith, Scotland. The portrait shows an unidentified young gentleman dressed in a formal three-piece suit with waistcoat, high collar, tie, and visible watch chain, posed beside ornate studio furniture. The photograph has a classic Victorian studio composition and strong period detail. The reverse features an especially decorative photographer’s advertising backmark reading “From the Photographic Studio of J. McKean, Junction Bridge, 1 Ferry Road, Leith” with an elaborate architectural border, floral decoration, hanging planter, coastal scene, and sailing ships. It also states that copies or enlargements could be had at any time. Approximate date: Circa 1888–1895 Photographer: J. McKean Location: Leith, Scotland Format: Original cabinet card photograph Subject: Unidentified gentleman Condition: Antique condition with age toning, scattered spotting and surface deterioration across the photograph, along with light edge and corner wear to the mount. The portrait remains clear and well defined, while the decorative reverse backmark is very attractive and largely well preserved. Please review all photos carefully for exact condition. A strong example of Victorian Scottish photography with excellent Leith photographer identification and a highly decorative original backmark. Original antique photograph — not a reproduction.