Vulcan Iron Works, New Britain, CT, 1891
MakerMade by
H. Wales Lines Company
American, 1864 - 1983
Date1891
MediumPhotography; albumen on paper in cardboard album covers
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 7 1/4 x 9 1/4in. (18.4 x 23.5cm)
Other (overall height x width): 8 1/4 x 11 1/2in. (21 x 29.2cm)
Other (overall height x width): 8 1/4 x 11 1/2in. (21 x 29.2cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
DescriptionPhotograph of the Vulcan Iron Works in New Britain, Connecticut. One story brick factory building with second story windows. Steam chimney. Stone foundation.
Object number2015.149.1.110
InscribedRecto, handwritten in black ink: "Vulcan Iron Works New Britain, CT 1892"Recto, handwritten in black ink: "Vulcan Iron Works"NotesThe Vulcan Iron Works in New Britain, Conn., was established in 1878. It grew from one foundry to three within a forty-year span. It was absorbed by the Eastern Malleable Co. of Naugatuck, Conn. The Vulcan Iron Works manufactured malleable iron castings.
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