Scarce, c. 1860, with A FAMILY PARTY exterior cover design.This is a scarce Union case with original ambrotype image within, produced c. 1860 by A.P. Critchlow & Co. The elaborate exterior case design, with profuse floral decoration, is based on A FAMILY PARTY, a steel engraving by William E. Tucker (1801-1857). The original print appeared in Godeys Magazine in 1850. The interior has a facing panel of purple velvet to the reverse of the two ambrotypes, which are presented in gilt metal frames with profuse floral decoration. Featured in the 1988 book UNION CASES A COLLECTORS GUIDE. Damage to bottom of case. Issued: c. 1860 Dimensions: 4.75"H x 3"W Manufacturer: A.P. Critchlow & Co. Country of Origin: United States