American actress (1842–1917) who appeared as Lady Macbeth opposite Henry Irving in 1875. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Bateman in costume as Leah by Sarony of New York, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Kate J. Bateman Crowe.” Moderate overall toning, and ink notations and light mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.
