This gentleman was born in 1826. Don't know for certain when this photo was taken, but suffice it to say he looks rather mature. The original print was only 3-3/8 inches tall and 2-1/2 inches wide. It is stuck onto a yellow piece of cardboard which is probably not archival material. If this original portrait was lost to further degradation from the cardboard or other damage, it could be replaced by a print of either the original or this restored version. That is one of the major reasons to consider restoring your one-of-a-kind photos. You will have a digital file of both the original scanned copy and your fabulous restored version. This will give you a great peace of mind and allow you the freedom of displaying your ancestors' portraits for all to see.
