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 Vulcan Iron Works in New Britain, Connecticut. One story brick building with a raised roof in center lined with windows. Three steam chimneys in background. Other factory buildings in distance.
Object number2015.149.1.117
InscribedRecto, handwritten in black ink: "Vulcan Iron Works New Britain, CT 1891"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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