Ca. 1850s. Three thermoplastic photograph cases, each containing an ambrotype. One frame detached from case, hinges on another case broken, small crack in rear panel and spine of another.
Cases: approximately 3 3/4 x 3 1/4 in. (9.5 x 8.3cm) each.
Images: 2 3/4 x 2 in. (7 x 5.1cm) (oval) each.

Ambrotypes, which are underexposed glass negatives on a dark background, were sold in cases to protect the fragile negatives.