Delivery Wagon, circa 1890

THF188021 / Delivery Wagon, circa 1890
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Artifact Overview

Delivery wagons were used by all types of businesses to transport goods from the vendor to the customer. Flare boards on top of this vehicle keep the cargo from spilling over the sides, and the end gate drops to ease loading and unloading. This wagon has an interesting device that allows the two gate catches to be released simultaneously.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Wagon

Date Made

circa 1890

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

29.2047.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Wood (Plant Material)
Paint (Coating)
Iron (Metal)
Metal

Color

Red
Black (Color)
Yellow (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 58.25 in
Width: 65 in
Length: 173.625 in
Diameter: 34.5 in (Wheel Diameter)
Diameter: 46.5 in (Wheel Diameter)
Wheelbase: 63 in

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