Incredibly nice and sharp carte de visite photo of a young Union Sergeant, wearing the 9-button frock coat and pale, possibly cavalry sergeant's stripes. He is seated in a chair in front of a painted backdrop of classical pillars. His arm is resting on a table next to his 1858 style forage cap. The image was made by A.D. Lytle in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Lytle began business in Baton Rouge in 1862, and is one of the most influential early photographers of the region. Size: 3 7/8 by 2 3/8 inches. Processing and shipping within the continental U.S. $30.00 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance. Discounts given on combined lot shipping. Excellent. There is an ink blot on the reverse, and minor age staining also on the reverse. The photo is excellent plus.