[ Autographs ] EARLY AFRICAN AMERICAN MALE PHOTO An uncommon, extremely clear ninth plate ambrotype, likely pre Civil War, depicting a chest, up view of a proud and dignified black man dressed in suit and tie. It is interesting to speculate as to whether the man was a servant or a free man of some substance, for his clothing appears immaculate and expensive. The image is well matted and in a fine case. Very good.