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1983.122.2  © 2001The Connecticut Historical Society.
Wentworth Furniture Co., 1377 Main Street, Bridgeport
1983.122.2 © 2001The Connecticut Historical Society.

Wentworth Furniture Co., 1377 Main Street, Bridgeport

Dateprobably 1902
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper on cardboard mount
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 3 15/16 x 5 7/8in. (10 x 15cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Object number1983.122.2
DescriptionStorefront in a commercial building with signs that read: "The Wentworth Furniture Co., Successors to / Bridgeport Upholstering Co." A sign on the awning reads: "651 Furniture 651." Numbers over the door read: "1377." Additional signs read: "Old / Stamps / and / coins" "We give / Trading / Stamps" "Acorn / Stoves / and / Ranges" "Furniture" "Cash or Credit." Merchandise, including lamps and a small stove or heater, is displayed in the shop windows. Window shades are at both windows. A man wearing a cap, vest, jacket and tie stands in the doorway. Part of a picket fence is at the left.
NotesSubject Note: William L. Wentworth is listed as manager of the Bridgeport Upholstering Co., 1377 Main Street, in 1902.
Status
Not on view