A family photo of a Sergeant of rifles (possibly from the King's Royal Rifle Corps) with his wife and daughter.  Although slightly damaged by a crease running though the image this photograph is none the less beautiful depiction of a late Victorian military family.  The little girl was without a doubt the pride and joy of this happy looking couple. 

Left: A detail of the above photograph highlighting the centerpiece of this remarkable glimpse into the past. 

Above: A second cabinet photograph of the same family taken during the same photo session.  Although a fine portrait it lacks the remarkable magic inherent in the first image.  Note that none of the sitters are smiling in this image.  This second image was found several years after the first photograph and purchased from a different source.  The two images have been reunited here after well over 100 years.