Quarter Plate Union Case Rendezvous 2 Family Ambrotypes Thermoplastic Berg 1-35

Description

"Alone at the Rendezvous"  In this case there are 2 ambrotypes of the entire family, parents and children. Images are tinted.  Both images are quarter plates; 3.25" X 4. 25"
There is glass over the ambrotype of the children; there is no glass over the couple.
The case motif is in very good condition on both sides; the small corner chips are seen in the last scan.
Behind the couple is black metal, The ambrotype of the children is painted black on the back and is cracking.
There is some wear to the front corners of the case, hinges and latches work fine.
The scene shows a young woman on horseback awaiting the arrival of her lover.  His figure can be seen in the distance, coming down the forest land.
Berg 1 - 35.
1/4 plate Thermoplastic Case
Motif on both sides. Case formatted for two images, A. P. Critchlow & Co. label.
Superb example of this scarce and desirable case.