Oval Union Case of black shellac

Oval Union Case of black shellac

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Oval Union Case of black shellac
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Oval Union Case of black shellac, with ornate moulded decoration with vase containing fruits and crops, line with maroon velvet, and right side contains maker's paper. Made by S. Peck & Co., mid 1850's American

Details

Category:
Plastics and Modern Materials
Object Number:
1980-676/16
Materials:
case, shellac, lining, velvet, maker's paper, paper and hinge fastening, brass
type:
union case
credit:
Purchase (Roger Newport)