Football Motif Tablet Protector
Functional mass-produced object / Tech accessory • Industrial manufacturing workshop in China (Marked: 'Made in China')
Style & Movement
Industrial Functionalism / Protectionist Design
Medium & Technique
Injection-molded Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) foam with textured honeycomb and high-relief molding
Creation Period
Early 21st Century (c. 2015-2023)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 10 x 8 inches; rectangular landscape orientation with rounded beveled edges
Subject Description
A blue, shock-absorbent electronic case featuring a centrally embossed American football icon with visible laces, surrounded by an interlocking hexagonal 'honeycomb' grid pattern and an integrated handle for portability.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good (Functional); exhibits signs of domestic use including surface scuffing and minor dust accumulation in recessed patterns
Estimated Market Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$2.00 - $5.00 USD (As part of a collective lot)
Provenance History
Mass-market retail origin; likely acquired through an e-commerce platform for domestic or educational use.
Art Historical Significance
Representational of the 'Kiddification' of technology in the 21st century, prioritizing tactile safety and toy-like aesthetics over minimalist industrial design.
Notable Features
Features mold-stamped identification codes: 'EVA', 'ET27-105', 'Made in China', and US design patent 'US D918924'.
Condition Issues
Visible surface abrasions, minor deformation of foam edges, and manufacturing burrs in the camera cutout area.
Conservation Recommendations
Surface cleaning with mild soap and water; store away from high heat sources to prevent thermal warping of the EVA foam.