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2000.177.5  © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Men polishing, C. S. Mersick and Company, New Haven
2000.177.5 © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Men polishing, C. S. Mersick and Company, New Haven

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
DescriptionIndustrial factory interior with group of men at grinding or polishing wheels around center workbench with metal bars. Electric lamps hang over each workstation near polish and grinding replacement pads and awning windows are on right. Towels are hanging on wall on left. Bench in foreground with wooden crate marked "Lo.." and paper.
Object number2000.177.5
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.
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