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Carriages And Carts Collection

"Journeying through time

Background imageCarriages And Carts Collection: False Alarm, 1905 (print)

False Alarm, 1905 (print)
3673879 False Alarm, 1905 (print) by Vandersloot Music Publishing Company (1899-1931); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageCarriages And Carts Collection: Tramway, c.1770-1959 (print)

Tramway, c.1770-1959 (print)
3673355 Tramway, c.1770-1959 (print) by S.T. Gordon & Son (19th-early 20th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info)

Background imageCarriages And Carts Collection: Im a Firemans Love, c.1770-1959 (print)

Im a Firemans Love, c.1770-1959 (print)
3673857 Im a Firemans Love, c.1770-1959 (print) by Jerome H. Remick & Co. (early 20th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageCarriages And Carts Collection: On The 7.28, c.1770-1959 (print)

On The 7.28, c.1770-1959 (print)
3673225 On The 7.28, c.1770-1959 (print) by Jerome H. Remick & Co. (early 20th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageCarriages And Carts Collection: Friendship Quick Step, c.1770-1959 (print)

Friendship Quick Step, c.1770-1959 (print)
3673839 Friendship Quick Step, c.1770-1959 (print) by Firth, Pond & Co. (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageCarriages And Carts Collection: The Alsacian Rail Road Gallops, 1845 (print)

The Alsacian Rail Road Gallops, 1845 (print)
3672818 The Alsacian Rail Road Gallops, 1845 (print) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

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Background imageCarriages And Carts Collection: Arkansas 1903, 1903 (gelatin silver photo)

Arkansas 1903, 1903 (gelatin silver photo)
3697868 Arkansas 1903, 1903 (gelatin silver photo) by Beals, Jessie Tarbox (1871-1942); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; (add.info.: Horse drawn carriages)

Background imageCarriages And Carts Collection: Passing time of day with fruit peddler, driving trip, 1903 (gelatin silver photo)

Passing time of day with fruit peddler, driving trip, 1903 (gelatin silver photo)
3697856 Passing time of day with fruit peddler, driving trip, 1903 (gelatin silver photo) by Beals, Jessie Tarbox (1871-1942); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Background imageCarriages And Carts Collection: Man on horseback, 1903 (gelatin silver photo)

Man on horseback, 1903 (gelatin silver photo)
3697858 Man on horseback, 1903 (gelatin silver photo) by Beals, Jessie Tarbox (1871-1942); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; (add.info.: Man on horseback in yard)

Background imageCarriages And Carts Collection: Arkansas, 1903 (gelatin silver photo)

Arkansas, 1903 (gelatin silver photo)
3697857 Arkansas, 1903 (gelatin silver photo) by Beals, Jessie Tarbox (1871-1942); Collection of the New-York Historical Society



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"Journeying through time: A glimpse into the world of carriages and carts" Step back in time with a captivating collection of images that transport us to an era when carriages and carts ruled the roads. The Alsacian Rail Road Gallops, captured in 1845, takes us on a thrilling ride as we witness the power and elegance of these magnificent vehicles. (3673836) Intriguingly preserved, each image tells its own story - from Arkansas 1903's gelatin silver photo showcasing a charming snapshot of life in early 20th century America to Passing time of day with fruit peddler, driving trip's mesmerizing depiction of a bustling street scene filled with vendors and their trusty carts. (3673027) (3673873) These snapshots offer glimpses into a bygone era where horse-drawn transportation was not only practical but also imbued daily life with charm and character. As you explore this captivating collection, you'll encounter various types of carriages - from elegant coaches to sturdy wagons - each serving different purposes for both work and leisure. (3671875) (3673852) The craftsmanship evident in every detail is awe-inspiring; intricately carved wooden panels adorn luxurious carriages while robust wheels carry heavy loads across rough terrains. These timeless vehicles were not merely modes of transportation but symbols of status, carrying nobles or merchants alike through city streets or countryside paths. As you delve deeper into this visual journey, you'll discover how these humble yet essential means of conveyance shaped societies around the world. Whether it be transporting goods for trade or providing comfortable travel for families embarking on long journeys, carriages and carts played an integral role in connecting communities. Through these photographs frozen in time, we are reminded that progress may have replaced them with faster automobiles today; however, their legacy lives on as echoes from history continue to resonate within our modern world.