1/6 Daguerreotype Case Oval with Tough Guys Tintype Thermoplastic Union 3-407

Description: 1/6 Daguerreotype Case Oval with Tough Guys Tintype Thermoplastic Union 3-407 Littlefield, Parsons & Co. (United States, NYC, NY, 1858-1866) [1] Rare Daguerreotype Case, Geometric 3-407, 1/6th [2] Thermoplastic Union Case, velvet pad, metal hinges and clasp “Tough Guys” Tintype behind concave glass 3 5/8” high x 3 1/8” wide Catalogue Notes: This ‘Union’ case has been classified by Berg as 3-407 Geometric with the classification ‘Rare’ and made by the Littlefield, Parsons & Co [L. P. & Co.] between 1858 and 1866. L.P. & Co. were the successors to Alfred Critchlow’s A. P. Critchlow Co. (est. 1853) which was sold to David G. Littlefield (1857) who rebranded the following year. They marketed themselves as, “the sole Proprietors and only legal Manufacturers of Union Cases, with the Embracing Riveted Hinge. Patented, Oct. 14, 1856, & April 21, 1857” while using techniques and processes designed and patented by Samuel Peck, in association with Scovill Manufacturing Co. MA, which L.P. & Co. took over at their own inception. [3] The unknown trio of sitters are “Tough Guys” dressed in similar striped pants, white shirts, dark button vest, dark coats, and bowler hats. All have stern expressions, a cigar handing out of their mouths and the two flanking the central sitter are using their thumbs as rests in their vest buttons/pocket. Together they say here we are, don’t mess with us. Markings: original papers, “LITTLEFIELD, PARSONS & CO., / MANUFACTURERS OF / Daguerreotype Cases. / ~ / L., P. & CO., / Are the sole Proprietors and only / legal Manufacturers of / UNION CASES, / WITH THE / Embracing Riveted Hinge. / / Patented, / Oct. 14, 1856, & April 21, 1857.” Condition: Antique, Good Condition. The case is excellent with the lightest signs of wear, and the velvet is clean with a bright, lush pile and impressed with a geometric design sympathetic to that on the case. For accuracy, there are two chips, one near the hinge and a smaller one near the opening (see pics). The photograph, a tintype, is mounted in a metal frame impressed with a decorative pattern, it is appropriately tab mounted around the slightly convex glass and photo, it has one spot of breakage. The hinge works well and the clasp closes with a snap, as it should, and holds secure. Footnotes, Literature, and Bibliography: [1] History of the Miniature Case, Paul K. Berg [2] 19th Century Photographic Cases and Wall Frames, 2nd Ed. Paul K. Berg. 2003. Pp.287 [3] Connecticut History Society, Museum & Library, Samuel Peck (American, 1844-1857) Guarantee All items are 100% Authentic. We carry no reproductions. Postage & Handling Postage is either calculated into the purchase price or posted under the shipping price above. If additional charges arise due to specialty shipping or buyer location these are to be paid by the buyer. If there is a notable overage the difference shall be refunded. 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Commitment & Policy All items are represented as accurately as possible so as to ensure buyer confidence.Everything is antique/vintage and used, unless otherwise stated, therefore there will be evidence of age and usage as expected.Descriptions are to the best of our ability and knowledge, however, if you see something we may have missed, feel free to message us about it - constructive input is always welcome. The pictures form a major part of the description, so please look carefully, make use of the zoom and enlarge features, and ask any questions, or ask for more pictures if you need to, before bidding. - Any white, bright marks are, unless otherwise noted, reflection or flash and are not flaws but a result of the photo process which can be difficult with highly reflective items. We explicitly describe any flaws seen, this often sounds worse than it is - Vintage / Antiques naturally have age and patina. We believe strongly in transparency of buyer satisfaction and only sell to buyers with public feedback.We reserve our right to cancel any sale, for any reason, at any time. We aim for 100% customer satisfaction and will do our best to amicably resolve any genuine issue you may have. Thank you for your patronage. // -- Item Specifics -- // 19th Century, American, Daguerreotype Case, Geometric 3-407, Littlefield Parons & Co (United States 1858-1866), Sixth Plate (Photography), Thermoplastic, Tintypes (c 1850s-1870s)

Price: 250 USD

Location: Niagara on the Lake, Ontario

End Time: 2024-12-23T13:53:52.000Z

Shipping Cost: 20 USD