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- "W.J. Wilcox & Co., Lard Refinery. New York," circa 1876 - W. J. Wilcox and Company's refined lard (hog fat) and sent its products throughout the world. The company was one of the largest lard refiner and exporter in the late 1800s. The massive factory building and the bustling New York City street scene -- with a variety of transportation options -- depicted in this print conveys the company's commercial importance.
- circa 1876
- Collections - Artifact
"W.J. Wilcox & Co., Lard Refinery. New York," circa 1876
W. J. Wilcox and Company's refined lard (hog fat) and sent its products throughout the world. The company was one of the largest lard refiner and exporter in the late 1800s. The massive factory building and the bustling New York City street scene -- with a variety of transportation options -- depicted in this print conveys the company's commercial importance.