Factories of the Pope Manufacturing Co., Hartford
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Dateabout 1905
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper on cardboard mount
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 5 1/2 x 6 11/16in. (14 x 17cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of James R. McCabe
Object number1988.137.12
DescriptionTwo large industrial buildings are on the left. The building in the foreground has round Romanesque arches above its windows, a rusticated basement, and flagpoles on its roof. The building in the background has awnings on its windows. Two small round flower gardens are situated in the broad grassy lawn in front of the buildings. The buildings on the opposite side of the street appear to be houses. Utility poles line the streets. The dome of the State Capitol is visible in the distance.
NotesSubject Note: In 1905, the Pope Manufacturing Co., with offices at 436 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, produced Pope Hartford automobiles, bicycles and motorcycles.Status
Not on view
