creepy unusual tintype clown mask or puppet and cello abstract photo 1800s flute with his other hand resting

with his other hand resting on his friend's knee

the two of the boys on the far left are Carnival era

signed shipping

This was originally part of an estate lot with identified Gray family members

These were purchased together - notice the preservers have the same design

creepy unusual tintype clown mask or puppet and cello abstract photo 1800s flute with his other hand restingVery strange original tintype, c. 1880: creepy mask or head peeking out behind a cello (I think). It's about 3. 5" x 2. 5" and is in overall very good antique condition, as shown, with some minor edge chipping and a short, soft bend or two.