Man and machine, Capewell Horse Nail Company, Cheshire
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Dateabout 1880
MediumPhotography; albumen print on paper on cardboard mount
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 3 15/16 x 4 3/4in. (10 x 12cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
DescriptionInterior of industrial factory building with two windows on left and staircase on back wall. Man in bowtie stands at right of square metal machine with shaft above, turnwheel and pipes around it. At right is tall pipe with balls on top.
Object number1974.30.4
InscribedOn verso: "Capewell Horse Nail Co., Manufactory, Cheshire"NotesSubject Note: George J. Capewell operated a factory in Cheshire until 1883 when he moved it to Hartford. It does not appear that the company was known as the Capewell Horse Nail Co. before its move to Hartford.On View
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