Two daguerreotypes of a middle aged man in oval stereo mat, side by side, in a stereoscope size fitted case.
Photograph Details
Type of Photograph
Daguerreotype
Made/Created
Artist
Unknown
Date made
circa 1839 - 1860
Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Embossed, Makers Mark
Transcription
Masgher's Improved Stereoscope Philada. Patent March 6th, 1862
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Case dimensions
Height
4-3/4 in
Width
3-3/4 in
Depth
1/2 in
Dimension Notes
Plate size: Quarter
Condition
Reason for Exam
Inventory
Date Examined
Jul 26, 2022
Examined By
Sandra Dorros, Rosanna Hemerik
Notes
Case brown wood covered with embossed paper; liner good condition; brass preserver intact; brass mat good condition; glass has white spots; brown spinal tape; clasps two intact.