The Vermont Marble Company was one of the largest corporations in the world, and it published volumes of promotional material and advertisements, especially for its selection of memorials.
Memorials have been an integral part of the American way of death since the Colonial era, and there exists a vast body of research regarding the study and appreciation of objects used to mark graves.
The United States changed rapidly in the late 19th and early 20th century due to technological advancements, industrial commercialization, and the growth of urban centers.