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"Clermont" Steamboat Drawing

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A copy of Robert Fulton's steamboat "Clermont" drawing. Illustration depicts a large steamboat on a river. Many people are on board. The boat features a smokestack, paddle wheel, sail and a sheltered area.

Publication Information

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
11 x 8 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
(A6)01433

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W011KG1
Legacy ID
WHi 71825

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