Private Omnibus Made for Mary Cochrane Baldwin, circa 1895
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Artifact Overview
The private omnibus developed as a general-purpose carriage for wealthy owners. It was roomy enough to use for daytime shopping trips, but formal enough to carry passengers to an evening at the opera. This omnibus belonged to Mary Cochrane Baldwin, second wife of California Gold Rush millionaire Elias Jackson Baldwin. It was made by Larkins & Company of San Francisco.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Omnibus
Date Made
circa 1895
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
36.520.97
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Wood (Plant Material)
Paint (Coating)
Leather
Silk (Textile)
Brass (Alloy)
Silver (Metal)
Color
Black (Color)
Dark green
Silver (Color)
Tan (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 103.5 in
Width: 73 in
Length: 130 in
Inscriptions
Marked on lamps located on each side: LARKINS & CO. / HOWARD ST. S.F.
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