Funeral Car Patent Print · United States · 1958

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There is a particular stillness that settles in when the lines of a mid-century design reveal themselves, the kind born from an era of deliberate craftsmanship and quiet sophistication. In this Funeral Car patent artwork, the sense of measured intention is evident in the graceful contours and understated mechanical detail, with each element suggesting the care and ceremony once carried by the vehicle itself. The illustration feels almost contemplative, as though inviting the viewer to consider the many journeys such a design once made.

Rendered with an archival softness, the piece lends a subtle depth to any room—an impression of history preserved rather than merely displayed. Its vintage engineering and dignified presence create a gentle atmospheric pull, offering a refined focal point that enriches the space with quiet resonance.

This is a reproduction art print of a historical patent. No functional equipment, parts, or devices are included.

  • Heavyweight 260 GSM Fine Art Photo Paper
  • High-Quality Print with Resin-Coated Satin Finish.
  • Professional Canon Lucia Pro Archival Ink System.
  • All sizes are listed in inches, unless otherwise noted.
  • All prints are made-to-last and ready to be framed.
  • Designed and handmade in New Hampshire, USA.

All product photography is used for display purposes only.

Processing Time
All artwork is printed in-house at our U.S. studio and ships within 1–3 business days. Each piece is produced to order using archival-quality materials to ensure the highest print clarity and longevity.

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Funeral Car

Patent Illustration · 1958

A funeral vehicle design patented in the United States during the early twentieth century, intended for the formal conveyance of the dead. Recorded in patent filings addressing dignity, containment, and the choreography of public mourning.

Medium
Pigment print · Archival matte paper, 230gsm
Process
Digital restoration from historical patent record

Accession Record

Accession No.
SCO-1958-10680
Date Acquired
December 05, 2025
Collected By
Phantom Archivist
Issued for Display
Funeral Car

Display Environment

This artifact is produced using archival inks and museum-grade paper stocks and is intended for interior display.

Its survival depends less on vigilance than on the quiet consistency of the space it inhabits.

  • Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight
  • Maintain a moderate indoor climate
  • Intended for studies, libraries, and stable interior spaces

Framing & Handling

Framing is recommended to preserve both the surface and the character of the restored print.

Archival materials form a quiet barrier—one that separates the artifact from the more careless passage of time.

  • Use acid-free mats and backing
  • UV-protective glazing encouraged
  • Handle unframed prints by the edges with clean, dry hands

Longevity & Storage

Under proper conditions, this artifact is expected to retain its tonal depth and clarity for decades.

Subtle variations in paper texture and tone are not flaws, but evidence of material age and process.

  • Store flat prior to framing
  • Avoid rolling for extended periods
  • Variations are part of the artifact’s character—not defects