There is something unsettling yet mesmerizing about this antique portrait—a small girl, Ophelia Turner, captured in time at just 9 months old, her delicate white dress and tiny shoes glowing softly against the darkened background. Her wide, solemn eyes seem to follow you, holding secrets from a century past.
 
Encased beneath its original convex (bubble) glass, the oval frame adds an eerie, distorted depth, making it feel as though little Ophelia is still watching, waiting. At the bottom of the image, scrawled in ghostly white script, are the words:
"Ophelia Turner
Born Dec. 16th 1913
Age 9 mos."
 
The passage of time has only enhanced the haunting beauty of this piece. Was this portrait meant as a cherished keepsake—or something more? A memorial photograph, perhaps? The mystery lingers, leaving the viewer with a sense of quiet unease.
 
Details:
Original oval frame with convex (bubble) glass
Chilling, vintage photograph of Ophelia Turner (circa 1914)
Handwritten white inscription at the bottom
An eerie relic of a past long gone
Measures about 13" x 16"
 
Perfect for collectors of haunted antiques, post-mortem photography, or those drawn to the beautifully macabre. But be warned—some things refuse to be forgotten.
 
Please see all photos for condition. This piece is in fantastic condition for being over 110 years old. It has its original backing and nails. There are some obvious cosmetic damages to the frame that only add to the piece's haunting aesthetic.