Pleasure Wagon, circa 1820
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The pleasure wagon, developed in New England in the early 19th century, was pretty and practical. Its stylish body and bright paintwork were appropriate for a drive to church on Sunday. But, with its seat lifted out, the vehicle had room to carry produce to market the rest of the week. New Hampshire farmer Jonathan Fitts owned this pleasure wagon.
The pleasure wagon, developed in New England in the early 19th century, was pretty and practical. Its stylish body and bright paintwork were appropriate for a drive to church on Sunday. But, with its seat lifted out, the vehicle had room to carry produce to market the rest of the week. New Hampshire farmer Jonathan Fitts owned this pleasure wagon.
Artifact
Pleasure wagon
Date Made
circa 1820
Creators
Unknown
Place of Creation
United States, New Hampshire, South Hampton
Creator Notes
Attributed to an unknown South Hampton, New Hampshire maker
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
28.415.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Miss Josephine F. Prescott.
Material
Iron (Metal)
Paint (Coating)
Wood (Plant Material)
Technique
Painting (Image-making)
Color
Black (Color)
Green
Red
Yellow
Dimensions
Height: 60 in
Width: 66.25 in
Length: 161 in
Wheelbase: 48 in
Diameter: 36.5 in (Wheel Diameter)
Diameter: 47 in (Wheel Diameter)
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