Albumen cabinet card by O.R. Westmann of Joliet, Illinois, showing a pair of specialized mat-cutting and framing devices arranged on a studio table, with additional components and blades displayed beneath. The 19th century photograph documents the tools used in picture-frame and mount production.

Images of workshop equipment—especially precision matting, framing, and cutting tools—are uncommon in period studio photography. This example appears intended either as a trade reference or as a record of a patented or custom-made apparatus. The arrangement allows a clear view of the mechanisms, including clamps, cutting arms, and interchangeable parts displayed on the floor.

The pink mount carries Westmann’s decorative imprint on the verso. The print shows general toning and light handling wear but retains strong detail across the machinery.