Roper Steam Carriage at a Public Exhibition, circa 1863
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Artifact Overview
Early horseless vehicles tended to be viewed as curiosities rather than serious transportation alternatives. This c. 1863 colored engraving shows a couple in one of those steam-powered vehicles. Early automotive innovators displayed their novel inventions at circuses and local fairs. The vehicles were even raced against horses.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Print (Visual work)
Date Made
circa 1880
Subject Date
circa 1863
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Engraved by Clarry & Reilly, New York City.
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.4.4540
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (Material)
Paper (Fiber product)
Wood (Plant Material)
Technique
Engraving (Printing process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 36 in
Width: 57.375 in
Depth: 0.75 in
Height: 31 in (Opening Height)
Width: 52 in (Opening Width)
Inscriptions
At lower right corner of image: Clarry & Reilley ENG
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