Metal and Leather Platform Catcher's Mask c.1960 Polaroids He masterfully incorporated tissue realism

He masterfully incorporated tissue realism with cross-sectional anatomy to accentuate concepts while maintaining topographical accuracy

The company was out of business by 1959

Many of the shoe last have the client's initials and size stamped on each pair

Folds up neatly into one compact piece

The Ballard Institute

Metal and Leather Platform Catcher's Mask c.1960 Polaroids He masterfully incorporated tissue realismABOUT This is an original vintage catcher's mask. The main body is aluminum with thick, black leather padding. The padding is held onto the body of the mask by leather straps with brass snaps. There are initials and an date scratched on the upper left side "W. S. U. and W. P. E. 2 66" The piece has retained most of it's original finish and is in good condition with appropriate patina for its age. CREATOR unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c. 1960 MATERIALS