Lot 050 - Pair Of Antique 1/9th Plate Ruby Ambrotype Photographs Of Elderly Married Couple In Littlefield, Parsons & Co. Double Thermoplastic Union Case, Patented 1856–1857, With Herald Design 2384 Features applied brass panels depicting

Features applied brass panels depicting iconic New York landmarks framed by ornate scrollwork borders

Pre-Auction Notes: Minor scuffing and scratches to photo surface

The green paint on this heavy cast iron elephant bookend (or doorstop) has a wonderful antique patina loaded with charm and character

Their children are recorded as Flora S

and general surface wear from age and use

Lot 050 - Pair Of Antique 1/9th Plate Ruby Ambrotype Photographs Of Elderly Married Couple In Littlefield, Parsons & Co. Double Thermoplastic Union Case, Patented 1856–1857, With Herald Design 2384 Features applied brass panels depictingPair of antique 1 9th plate ruby ambrotype photographs depicting an elderly married couplean older woman and maneach presented under matching brass mats. The images exhibit rich ruby tones and strong contrast, capturing fine facial detail. Housed together in a double thermoplastic Union case with herald design by Littlefield, Parsons & Co., patented 18561857. Interior retains its original velvet lining. Exhibits light wear consistent with age and