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Tortoise Shell Box Decorated with Goldtone Photograph
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Catalina Island, California
Circa 1905
Unusual tortoise shell card case or cigarette case - box decorated on it’s surface with an Orotone (Goldtone) photographic image of Avalon, Catalina Island, California. Circa 1905. Titled in the negative, lower left “Avalon Santa Catalina Isl”. Unsigned, but the photograph is likely by Charles C. Pierce, Los Angeles.
NOTES: Orotone or Goldtone photographs were popular during Arts and crafts era of the early 20th century, and many tortoise shell items were made for sale in shops in Avalon on Santa Catalina Island.
PROVENANCE: Los Angeles collection
AGE: Circa 1905
SIZE: (of box) 2 1/2” x 4” x 7/16”
CONDITION: No breaks or repairs. Overall wear, including some small, light scratches to the goldtone photograph (see photos).
This piece will be a quality addition to any collection of American Photography or Tobacciana and will display beautifully in any collection.
Look carefully at all the photos to view the details and condition of the piece. Please e-mail with any questions ... I always respond quickly! Shipped from California, USA.This object comes from a smoke-free, pet-free environment.
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