Wheeler and Wilson Manufacturing Company with omnibus in front, Bridgeport
Dateabout 1890
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 4 5/16 x 6 5/16in. (11 x 16cm)
DescriptionOne-story brick industrial factory building with clearstory windows, skylights and two smokestacks.Sign on rooftop says, "Wheeler & Wilson Mfg. Co. 833 Broadway New York". Street next to railroad track has a horse-drawn trolley with two men. Trolley track in street, utility poles, lamp post and what appears to be a train signal arm. Right front corner appears to be a loading dock. There is a rail fence between the street and the building front and a stockade fence at the left side.
Object number2000.177.27
InscribedOn verso: "Wisconsin" "Bridgeport"NotesSubject Note: The Wheeler and Wilson Company manufactured sewing machines from 1850-1907. They also had offices at 625 Broadway, New York City, New York.On View
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