Civil War Armed Infantry Sixth-Plate Tintype Housed Photograph

A striking & sort after piece of American history with an exceptional, well-armed Civil War infantryman sixth-plate tintype photograph. This captivating & somewhat haunting image offers a glimpse into the life of an enlisted Union soldier Although this is not on the photo,research has shown the photo to be of the name of Daniel D. Diehl (1843-1919) from Butler, DeKalb County, Indiana, who served in Company H, 88th Indiana Infantry. The photograph is preserved in its period-correct housing.
The photograph shows a Civil War Armed Infantryman in standard enlisted uniform and forage cap.
The soldier proudly poses while gripping a Model 1861 Rifle-Musket complete with its original leather sling. He clearly displays his regulation brass oval "US" belt plate and eagle breast plate on his shoulder belt.
Housed in its original, beautifully embossed leather split-case.
The exterior features a prominent, highly detailed stamped gilt American Flag motif on the cover. Complete with a decorative, ornate brass mat and a classic plush orange velvet liner pad.Case retains exceptional embossed detailing and clear gold gilt on the flag emblem. Complete with its original brass closures.$1000…price is firm.