This is the most complete book regarding the miniature cases (daguerreian/Union cases), wall frames and collar boxes of the 19th century. It contains over 1200 true sized illustrations, a rarity listing and a price guide. Each item is numbered and each chapter is arranged by theme, size, and construction material.
From the Author
In addition to listing all the known thermoplastic cases the book illustrates for the first time hundreds of other types of cases such as leather, Mother of Pearl, Velvet, Papier-mache and Tortoise. It also includes pictures of many wall frames and the thermoplastic collar boxes.
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