Retail Box
RetailerSold by
G. Fox and Co.
American, founded 1847
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
MakerBox made by
Unknown
Dateabout 1950
MediumPrinted paper affixed to cardboard
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x height x width): 21 1/2 x 3 1/2 x 3 1/2in. (54.6 x 8.9 x 8.9cm)
ClassificationsCommercial Objects
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Richard Koopman
DescriptionHard-sided two-piece dress box made of paper-covered cardboard. The base is covered in metallic gold paper with a matte finish; the lid is covered in a cream-colored paper decorated with a scroll border and graphics in gold metallic ink; the box is fitted inside with two pairs of linen tapes meant to secure object inside the box.
Object number1999.106.4a-b
MarkingsPrinted in gold ink on box lid: "The Speciality Shop / Fifth Floor / G. Fox & Co. / Hartford, Connecticut"Collections
- G. Fox & Co.
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