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Croton Water. C. Hillsburgh, practical plumber, no. 342 Water Street, New York
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Croton Water. C. Hillsburgh, practical plumber, no. 342 Water Street, New York
1079033 Croton Water. C. Hillsburgh, practical plumber, no. 342 Water Street, New York, 1840s (litho) by Childs, J. (19th century); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; eNew York Historical Society; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23537696
© New York Historical Society / Bridgeman Images
Plumber Plumbers Plumbing Taps Faucet Faucets Water Street
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This lithograph from the 1840s showcases an advertisement for Croton Water, a prominent plumbing service in New York City. The print features the skilled and reputable plumber, C. Hillsburgh, whose business was located at no. 342 Water Street. With its intricate details and expertly crafted design, this vintage advertisement transports us back to a time when plumbers were celebrated artisans of their trade. The elegant engraving depicts various taps and faucets, symbolizing the expertise and craftsmanship that Hillsburgh's company offered to its customers. The prominence of Croton Water is emphasized by its strategic placement on bustling Water Street, where it catered to the growing demand for reliable plumbing services in New York City during this era. This lithograph serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a historical document that sheds light on the importance of plumbing advancements in urban centers like New York. Preserved within the collection of the esteemed New-York Historical Society, this print not only captures our attention but also provides valuable insights into advertising practices of yesteryears. It reminds us that even mundane necessities like water supply required skilled professionals who could ensure efficiency and reliability. As we admire this piece from Fine Art Finder's collection by Bridgeman Images, let us appreciate how far plumbing has come since those early days while acknowledging the significance it held in shaping cities' infrastructure throughout history.
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