Joseph Thatcher Torrence's Hansom Cab, 1880-1890
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Hansom cabs, introduced in Great Britain during the 1830s, were among the most common public cabs in London. Their low bodies made it easy for passengers to get in and out. By the late 19th century, they were found in larger American cities too. People occasionally purchased hansom cabs for private use. Chicago industrialist Joseph Thatcher Torrence bought this example.
Hansom cabs, introduced in Great Britain during the 1830s, were among the most common public cabs in London. Their low bodies made it easy for passengers to get in and out. By the late 19th century, they were found in larger American cities too. People occasionally purchased hansom cabs for private use. Chicago industrialist Joseph Thatcher Torrence bought this example.
Artifact
Hansom cab
Date Made
1880-1890
Keywords
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
25.1.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (Material)
Leather
Paint (Coating)
Wood (Plant material)
Color
Black (Color)
Gold (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 88 in
Width: 78.25 in
Length: 164.5 in (Wheel Diameter)
Inscriptions
Hubs marked: C.P. KIMBALL & CO. CHICAGO Serial number marked on hubs: 7553
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