Paper, Watch
- Object Name:
- Paper, Watch
- Object ID:
- 2012.014.09
- Place of Origin:
- Somersworth, NH
- Date:
- 1849
- Description:
- Watch paper, advertising work of Albert Wakefield (1819-1867), Great Falls (Somersworth), NH, 1849. Black printing on circular red paper: "Watches, Jewelry, Silver Plated Ware, Sold warranted. / A. WAKEFIELD, / Watch Maker Jeweller, / GREAT FALLS / N.H." Image of two horses pulling angel in chariot, in center. Black printed border of concentric circles. Slits cut in edge at regular intervals. Ink inscription on reverse: "5160 / Hand. Cleaning / Rep / 1.25 / 11-10-49".
- Material:
- Paper
- Dimensions:
- Dia-2 inches
- Provenance:
- One of 22 watch papers acquired by Peter Sawyer as part of a larger collection at an estate auction.
- Credit Line:
- New Hampshire Historical Society Purchase, Katharine Prentis Murphy Fund
- People:
- Wakefield, Albert (1819-1867)
- Subjects:
- Watches, Watch making
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