Velvet Mill, Stonington, CT, 1892
MakerMade by
H. Wales Lines Company
American, 1864 - 1983
Date1892
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 Velvet Mill in Stonington, Connecticut. One story building with a raised roof of windows. Stone foundation. Chimney. Horses and carriages parked next to building. House and porch on the left edge of photo.
Object number2015.149.1.135
InscribedRecto, handwritten in black ink: "Velvet Mill Stonington, CT 1892"Recto, handwritten in black ink: "Velvet Co. Front Stonington"NotesFrom: The Velvet Mill website
“The Velvet Mill in Stonington, Conn. was built in 1888 by the town. The passage of the McKinley Act in 1891 made it possible to start manufacturing velvet in the United States. The mill was operated by A. Wimpfheimer & Bro.”
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