Box for Infant's Shoes
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Christopher Robert Arno
(American, born 1963)
RetailerSold by
G. Fox and Co.
(American, founded 1847)
Date1963-1964
MediumPlastic and paper-covered cardboard
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 2 1/2 x 4 x 4 1/2in. (6.4 x 10.2 x 11.4cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Marie Peichert
Object number2002.61.14.2a,b
DescriptionBox for infant shoes, consisting of a clear plastic lid and a cardboard base; together, the pieces resemble a display case for the shoes. The sides of the box bottom are higher than the front and back, and the lid is molded to fit over them. The box bottom is printed with "Mrs. Day's Ideal" and "Crib Shoes", and there is an area for a gift inscription. The bottom is printed with the company label. One side of the top has two stickers, "$2.00" and "G. FOX & CO./ HARTFORD. CONNECTICUT/ 51/ 21/ A4".
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