Cartoon Depicting Omnibus Drivers Competing for Passengers, London, England, 1845-1850
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Artifact Overview
Horse-drawn omnibuses were in use in London, England, by 1831. These large, enclosed vehicles provided regular, fare-based transportation on fixed routes through cities. The modern motor bus serves the same purpose in metropolitan areas today. "Omnibus" is a Latin word meaning "for all."
Artifact Details
Artifact
Print (Visual work)
Subject Date
1845-1850
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
82.129.799
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Wood engraving (Process)
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 6.5 in
Width: 5 in
Inscriptions
Description beneath: Omnibus of London, England. A cartoon depicting the competition to obtain a passenger. Wood engraving. Published in London. Date: about 1845-1850
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