Thomas Sparks Shot & Bar Lead Manufacturer
Permanent ID:
7525
Call number:
Ba 38 S736
Date:
circa 1850
Image Description:
Advertisement showing the Sparks shot tower at Carpenter Street near Second Street and the office/warehouse at 121 Walnut Street. Signage adorns the office which reads " T. Spark's Philadelphia Shot Tower. Office 121 Walnut St." Also shows neighboring wood-frame buildings, and street and pedestrian traffic, including horse-drawn carts and two men admiring the tower. Tower built by Sparks in 1807.
Address:
121 Walnut Street, Philadelphia
Format:
Lithographs
Dimensions:
Width: 28 cm, Height: 35 cm (frame)
