Engraving, "American Stage Wagon," Published December 21, 1798
THF204128 / Engraving, "American Stage Wagon," Published December 21, 1798
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Artifact Overview
Stage wagons were light and open, though not as comfortable as later Concord stagecoaches. They could go about five miles per hour, barring bad weather or road obstructions. The gaily painted signboards of roadside taverns beckoned weary travelers, promising rest, meals, and a chance to catch up on news. Stage wagon drivers used the stop to care for their horses.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Print (Visual work)
Date Made
21 December 1798
Subject Date
1798
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Original drawing by J. Weld. Engraving by J. Storer. Published by I. Stockdale December 21, 1798, London, England.
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
82.129.1506
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Engraving (Printing process)
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 8.188 in
Width: 10.375 in
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