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HARTFORD, FROM COLT'S FACTORY,Connecticut,1872 Antique Wood Engraving
HARTFORD, FROM COLT'S FACTORY,Connecticut,1872 Antique Wood Engraving Historical Collectible Art Print
HARTFORD, a city and the capital of Connecticut, U.S.A., the county-seat of Hartford county, and a port of entry, coterminous with the township of Hartford, in the west central part of the state, on the W. bank of the Connecticut river, and about 35 m. from Long Island Sound
A native of Hartford, Connecticut, Colt first opened a firearms factory in Patterson, New Jersey in 1836. As the Mexican War progressed in the 1840's, demand for Colt's revolver grew. By 1855, Colt was back in Hartford with a new factory along the banks of the Connecticut River in an area known as the South Meadows.
Engraving on the back is of the Stone Bridge in Hartford and Terrace Hill, City Park ,Hartford
| PUBLISHED DATE |
1872 |
| PAGE SIZE: approx |
12 INCHES x 9 INCHES |
| IMAGE SIZE: approx |
9 X 6 1/2 INCHES |
| CONDITION |
ENGRAVING with intext print on the back. Excellent condition. Heavier
paper.Suitable ageing. The image is clean, clear and sharp with beautiful
depth and detail.This beautiful rare item would look great matted and
framed. An art supply store can provide you with a selection of frames
for old art treasures. |
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