Lanterns, C. S. Mersick and Company, New Haven
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Dateabout 1916
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 5 1/2 x 7 7/8in. (14 x 20cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
DescriptionFive men wearing aprons stand in industrial factory interior with vertical plank walls and ceiling, awning windows and table on the left, interior windows in rear and deep wood shelving on right. Electric lamps and pipes hang from ceiling. Men are polishing and finishing electric lanterns, one uses a small machine with a roller. Boxes, product parts and paper packages are on shelves.
Object number2000.177.13
NotesSubject Note: In 1892, the C. S. Mersick and Company, located at 286, 288, 290, 292 State Street were manufacturers of general hardware and supplies for tinsmiths, plumbers, and blacksmiths. They were importers and dealers in iron, steel and metals.On View
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