1983.44.21 © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Wheeler and Wilson Manufacturing Company, Bridgeport

PhotographerPhotographed by Edward C. Betts (American, active 1877 - 1889)

Dateabout 1880

MediumPhotography; albumen print on paper on cardboard mount

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 4 5/16 x 6 11/16in. (11 x 17cm)

ClassificationsGraphics

Object number1983.44.21

DescriptionIndustrial factory complex. Two tall smokestacks and rooftop skylights. Building at far right has cupola and lettering on building "The ... Sewing Machine ... New ..." In foreground are utility poles, street, multiple railroad tracks with freight train and boxcars which include "N.Y, N.H & H.R.R." and the "Housatonic R. R. Milk Car."

NotesSubject Note: The Wheeler and Wilson Company manufactured sewing machines from 1850-1907.

Status

Not on view