Bidspirit auction | Robert Riddle Jarvie, AMPA Brass

Robert Riddle Jarvie, AMPA Brass Stamp Box - Robert Riddle Jarvie (1865-1941), American Meat Packers Association brass stamp box, Chicago, 1912, design by George Grant Elmslie (1869-1952), the hinged lid incised 'AMPA 1912', stamped to the underside 'MADE BY / ROBERT JARVIE / UNION STOCKYARDS CHICAGO', together with an Art and Crafts pierced brass picture frame, early 20th century. Dimension: Height of box 1 3/4in; width 4 1/4in; depth 2in; dimensions of frame 13 x 10 1/2in. Condition: Each with typical marks, wear and toning overall. The frame with heavy darkeing throughout and minor bending.