Union Case with Strawberry Motif
MakerMade by
Littlefield, Parsons and Co.
(American, 1857 - 1866)
Date1859
MediumThermoplastic daguerreotype case; molded plastic with velvet pad, and metal hinges and clasp
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 3 x 2 1/2 x 1 1/8in. (7.6 x 6.4 x 2.9cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
Object number2003.1.11
DescriptionCase: Front and back covers are stamped with a design depicting a single strawberry on a stalk with two leaves, surrounded by an oval frame bordered by stylized leaves. The border of the rectangular case is even more stylized, with leaves, scrollwork, and shell designs.
Pad: Purple velvet pad is stamped with a simple abstract design incorporating stylized leaves.
NotesArtist Note: Littlefield, Parsons & Co. were one of the chief competitors of the Scovill Manufacturing Company as makers of thermoplastic cases. (Finlay 6/5/2003)Pad: Purple velvet pad is stamped with a simple abstract design incorporating stylized leaves.
Status
Not on view
Edmund Burke Kellogg
1850-1860
about 1860