Mountain Wagon, Used by John Lewelling, circa 1875
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Artifact Overview
Mountain wagons were popular in the western United States after the Civil War. Their removable rear seats allowed the wagons to carry passengers or freight, and their built-in brakes gave drivers more control over the wagons on steep mountain roads. This mountain wagon belonged to John Lewelling, who operated grape orchards in California's Napa Valley.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Mountain wagon
Date Made
circa 1875
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
36.520.107
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Wood (Plant Material)
Leather
Metal
Cloth
Color
Green
Blue
Red
Black (Color)
Pink (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 112.5 in
Width: 73.5 in
Length: 127 in
Wheelbase: 72 in
Diameter: 44.125 in (Wheel Diameter)
Diameter: 50 in (Wheel Diameter)
Inscriptions
inner sides of the body and inside end gate (stenciled):
MANUFACTURED / BY / WM. P. MILLER / STOCKTON
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