Museum Collections
Luce Center
Model: Manhattan subway car
Object Number:
1944.68
Date:
ca. 1940
Medium:
Wood, glass, metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 3 3/8 x 12 5/8 x 2 1/2 in. ( 8.6 x 32.1 x 6.4 cm )
Marks:
painted: in gold on each side: "MANHATTAN"
painted: in gold twice on each side: "112"
Description:
Model of elevated train car with brown painted wood and sheet metal body, glass windows, and metal wheels.
Gallery Label:
According to accession records, this model represents the type of car in use in circa 1880. It was made by the donor.
Credit Line:
Gift of Norvin H. Green
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.