Copperplate Engraving, "Patent Steam Carriage of Julius Griffith Esq.," circa 1821
THF203880 / Copperplate Engraving, "Patent Steam Carriage of Julius Griffith Esq.," circa 1821 / detail
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Artifact Overview
Artifact Details
Artifact
Copper engraving (Visual work)
Date Made
circa 1821
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
82.129.786
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 5 in
Width: 8.5 in
Inscriptions
Description beneath: The steam motor car for common roads designed and patented by Julius Griffith. Date: about 1821. Copperplate engraving.
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