[A gentleman, lady and child.] It is speculated that the subjects of this portrait are J. G. Mangold, his wife and son.

This photograph was most likely taken no earlier than 1866 and more likely '67 or a very bit later, dating from fashion alone. Given the early Carte Imperiale size and style it probably dates from 1866 to 1870. These were critical years for fashion changes so they tend to be easy to spot. Hallmarks are the size of the chignon in which she has her hair arranged, the wide scooped trim on her dress bodice and what looks to be a flat (no pleats or gathers) finish to the front of her skirt. These are all features of post war fashions. Much past this period the first bustle styles and even higher, more elaborate hairstyles appeared.

Carte de visite on albumen paper. [AJB:31]