Map of portion of property of Malleable Iron Fittings Co. Branford, Conn.
DraftsmanDrawn by
Valdemar Thorvaldsen Hammer Jr.
(American, 1901 - 1944)
Date1926
MediumDrawing; black ink and graphite on tracing linen
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 18 3/4 x 11 1/4in. (47.6 x 28.6cm)
Sheet (height x width): 29 x 18 1/2in. (73.7 x 47cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
Object number2012.312.231
DescriptionMap showing two intersecting streets, labeled "Elm St." and "Rogers St." Footprints of five buildings are indicated, in some cases with dimensions and notes "Br" "Brick" "First Floor." An elm tree is shown in front of one building. The map appears to be incomplete.
Label TextMalleable Iron Fittings was incorporated in 1864, but the company was in business much earlier. The firm was located in Branford, Connecticut and specialized in making pipes and radiators for steam heating. Two Danish immigrants, Emil C. Hammer and Thorvald F. Hammer, both worked for the company during the twentieth century, Emil Hammer as secretary and treasurer; Thorvald Hammer in foundry operations. Valdemar Hammer, who drew this map, was the son of Thorvald Hammer. The Hammer family remained involved with Malleable Iron Fittings until the company went out of business in 1969.
NotesCartographic Note:Status
Not on view
