MediumThermoplastic, brass, velvet, glass
DimensionsCase Open: 5 x 8 1/4 x 1/2 in. (12.7 x 21 x 1.3 cm)
Case Closed: 5 x 1 in. (12.7 x 2.5 cm)
Case Closed: 5 x 1 in. (12.7 x 2.5 cm)
Object numberL2025.64.2
DescriptionAmbrotype photograph in brown thermoplastic case. Front of case shows a relief image of two cherubs and vine motifs upon a pedestal set within two columns connected by top crest. The back of the frame shows a relief image of the Bible set within a circle with eight scrolls protruding from it. Text within the circle reads "OUR FATHER WHICH ART IN HEAVEN HALLOWED BE THY NAME," "BUT DELIVER US FROM EVIL," and "MATTHEW VI. 9." A star is in each corner of the back of the case. The case opens to show brown velvet on one side with a pressed floral design, and an ambrotype photograph in a brass frame. The photograph shows Dudley Williams wearing a black suit and tie. ProvenanceCarl J. Cruz CollectionOn View
On view
Crica 1851
1840-1870
O'Neil, John
Circa 1829
Swift, Clement Nye (1846-1918)
1725-1960
