Richart Wagon Shop at Its Original Site in Macon, Michigan, July 27, 1931

THF244294 / Richart Wagon Shop at Its Original Site in Macon, Michigan, July 27, 1931
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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Photographic print

Subject Date

27 July 1931

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

P.188.4243

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Gelatin silver process

Color

Black-and-white (Colors)

Dimensions

Height: 10.000 in
Width: 8.125 in

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