Birthplace, J. Pierpont Morgan
MediumPaper; ink
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 3 1/2 × 5 1/2in. (8.9 × 14cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of the Farquhar family
DescriptionBlack and white postcard of the birthplace of J. Pierpont Morgan, located at 153 Asylum St., Hartford, Conn. The building in the photo is displaying a sign for Wadsworth, Howland, & Co., Manufacturers of Paints, Varnishes and Artist's Materials.
Object number2015.69.89
MarkingsRecto, typed in black ink: "BIRTHPLACE, J. PIERPONT MORGAN/ 153 ASYLUM ST., HARTFORD, CONN."Verso, typed in black ink: "'Character" was J. Pierpont Morgan's/ Standard of measure of man/ Best Quality, Best Service/ Best Satisfaction is the established/ standard of 'Bay State' Paints,/ Stains, Varnishes, Enamels, Fillers/ and Artist's Materials./ With best wishes,/ Wadsworth, Howland, & Co. Inc.
Verso, typed in black ink: "Post Card"
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