Deer Jaw Bones, Original Tintype

This one-of-a-kind tintype captures deer jaw bones using the wet plate collodion process, a 19th-century photography technique that demands precision and patience. Created entirely by hand on aluminum, the 5 x 6.5 inch plate bears the subtle imperfections inherent to the craft—variations in tone and texture that deepen its character rather than diminish it. Each tintype is unique; this particular still life will never be exactly replicated, making it a singular piece for collectors of fine art photography.