Name/Title
[Personal Object] Headshot Photos with Note in Envelope, Carol Haggerty, 1954Entry/Object ID
2004.14.100Tags
Carol Haggerty, Photograph, Paper Ephemera, Correspondence, Letter, Envelope, Personal Effect, Paper, Lane's Studio, 1950sDescription
A letter from Lane's Studio to Carol Haggerty, including enclosed headshot photographs and original envelope.
Features: A set of three items consisting of a branded envelope, a typed note/letter, and three identical small headshot photographs.
Envelope: This is the original envelope connected with the items, and appears to have been hand-delivered based on the lack of a recipient address. The front of this envelope is custom printed for the photo studio (Lane's Studio), including the studio name, address, and services. The print is a dark navy. Top right: "PASSPORT; PHOTOSTATS; CHAUFFEURS' LICENSES". Lower-centre: "LANE'S STUDIO". Bottom-centre: "On 8th Ave. at 1st St. W."
The back of the envelope is plain.
Note/Letter: A note to Carol Haggerty, folded into four, with note content types (typewriter) onto two of the sections. There is also a signature from the sender in blue ballpoint ink. Message reads:
"Carol:; Thought you might like to have these additional prints and negatives.; I think they are very good — not the usual!!; I.M.A; December 8, 1954." The sender's signature is written below and partially over the sender's typed initials.
Headshot Photos: Set of three identical headshot photographs of (assumedly) Carol Haggerty. Type of photograph used for identification purposes, similar to a passport photograph, but larger is dimensions.
No photo negatives (mentioned in the message) are among the items.Collection
Carol Haggerty CollectionCataloged By
Danielle P. LaneCategory
Personal Effects and Correspondence
Paper Ephemera
Acquisition
Accession
2004.14Source or Donor
Carol and Elmer Haggerty, Doris BurakAcquisition Method
GiftMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Lane's StudioRole
PhotographerDate made
1954Time Period
20th CenturyInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
InscriptionLocation
Front of envelope, top-left cornerTranscription
53-1Language
EnglishMaterial/Technique
PencilNotes
Handwritten in pencil, unknown purpose.Lexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
Print, PhotographicNomenclature Secondary Object Term
Photograph, Black-and-WhiteNomenclature Secondary Object Term
LetterNomenclature Secondary Object Term
EnvelopeNomenclature Primary Object Term
PhotographNomenclature Primary Object Term
CorrespondenceNomenclature Primary Object Term
Container, DocumentNomenclature Sub-Class
Personal IdentificationNomenclature Sub-Class
Graphic DocumentsNomenclature Sub-Class
Other DocumentsNomenclature Sub-Class
Writing AccessoriesNomenclature Class
Personal SymbolsNomenclature Class
Documentary ObjectsNomenclature Class
Written Communication T&ENomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication ObjectsNomenclature Category
Category 03: Personal ObjectsNomenclature Category
Category 06: Tools & Equipment for CommunicationDimensions
Dimension Description
EnvelopeHeight
90 mmWidth
152 mmDimension Description
Letter (folded)Height
125 mmWidth
101 mmDimension Notes
Dimensions are of the letter in its two-fold form one which the message is typed. Full sheet is 125mm H x 200mm W.Dimension Description
Headshot Photograph (Individual)Height
71 mmWidth
63 mmDimension Notes
Slight (half-millimeter) variance in dimensions between photographs.Condition
Reason for Exam
AccessionOverall Condition
Very GoodCondition Detail
Creasing, TearDate Examined
Feb 1, 2023Examined By
Danielle P. LaneCleanliness
Clear, limited handling.Notes
Envelope was opened with a letter opener along the top seam (flap still sealed), and right-side seam is also partially torn. Envelope is moderately creased on top and left sides but otherwise in relative good condition. Letter and photographs are in very good condition, and appear to have had limited handling.Created By
Danielle P. LaneCreate Date
February 1, 2023Updated By
Danielle P. LaneUpdate Date
December 11, 2024