Billings and Spencer Foundry Building
Date1916-1927
MediumPhotography; gelatin emulsion on glass
DimensionsPlate (height x width): 8 x 10in. (20.3 x 25.4cm)
Credit LineMuseum purchase
DescriptionOne of the Billings and Spencer buildings, probably located in the Billings & Spencer industrial complex to the northwest of Park and Laurel Streets in Hartford, is shown. The building is under construction. Two workmen appear in the windows of the building. The company's name appears on a sign on top of the building.
Object number1995.36.1348
NotesSubject Note: Billings and Spencer was founded by Charles E. Billings and Christopher M. Spencer in 1869. It assumed the name Billings and Spencer in 1873 and continued in business in Hartford until 1950. The company manufactured machine tools and other tools including hammers, screwdrivers, and wrenches.On View
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