Torpedo
Classification:
Date:
1850-1870
Medium:
Iron, wood, pitch
Dimensions:
Overall: 48 x 14 in. ( 121.9 x 35.6 cm )
Description:
Torpedo made from staves of wood bound by six iron hoops; two holes bored in center of body (one plugged with cork); two heavy metal rings project from top; both ends taper to point. Surface covered with pitch; gold lettering at each tip.
Object Number:
INV.7792
Marks:
gold lettering: at tip of torpedo: "R.C. [illeg.]...kins/Chairman/Historical Society/New York"
gold lettering: at opposite tip of torpedo: "Rear Admiral/J.A. Dahlg[ren]/Washing[ton]"
Gallery Label:
This torpedo was likely designed by Rear Admiral John Dahlgren (1809-1870), who was chief of the bureau of ordnance in Washington in 1862 and commander of the Washington Navy Yard, 1861-1863. Dahlgren's innovations revolutionized naval armament.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1870
eMuseum Object ID:
29493
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Boiler plate
Classification:
Date:
1887
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 1/4 x 13 7/8 x 3/8 in. ( 13.3 x 35.2 x 1 cm )
Description:
Rectangular cast brass plaque with mounting holes in each corner.
Credit Line:
Purchase, James B. Wilbur Fund
Object Number:
1941.795
Marks:
cast: on sign: "Christiana/Delamater Iron WORKS/NEW YORK 1887/PINE STEEL & Iron Workers PA./IRON. 389 inch 53023 T.S."
Gallery Label:
According to accession records, this boiler plate is from the steamer "Christiana," built in 1887.
Provenance:
The George W. Murdock Collection of Steamboat Artifacts
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1887
eMuseum Object ID:
29307
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Life preserver
Classification:
Date:
1900-1940
Medium:
Foam or plastic, textile, canvas, rope, paint, gilding
Dimensions:
Overall: 3 1/4 x 29 in. ( 8.3 x 73.7 cm )
Description:
Circular life preserver with foam or plastic core painted white with gilt lettering; painted rope fits through straps along outer edge.
Credit Line:
Gift of Capt. John O. Miner, U.S.N.
Object Number:
1957.255
Marks:
painted: in gold: "Bat Cru Aant"
Gallery Label:
According to accession records, this life preserver is from the U.S.S. Wisconsin, a battleship in the cruiser force, Atlantic Fleet. The donor was the commanding officer of the U.S.S. Wisconsin.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1940
eMuseum Object ID:
29073
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Life preserver
Classification:
Date:
1900-1930
Medium:
Textile, canvas, rope, wood, gilding
Dimensions:
Overall: 3 1/2 x 22 1/2 in. ( 8.9 x 57.2 cm )
Description:
Circular life preserver composed of wood core covered in canvas painted white with gilt lettering; rope fits through straps on outer edge.
Credit Line:
Gift of Paul Henry Downing
Object Number:
1946.47
Marks:
painted: in gold: "CLARISSA / STATEN ISLAND, N.Y."
Gallery Label:
According to accession records, this life preserver is from the schooner "Clarissa," formerly owned by the donor and named for his daughter.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1930
eMuseum Object ID:
29035
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Steamship fixture
Classification:
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 x 12 1/4 in. ( 2.5 x 31.1 cm )
Description:
Molded brass steamship fixture in shape of a ring with hinge on one side and flat, circular knob opposite.
Credit Line:
Purchase, James B. Wilbur Fund
Object Number:
1941.868
Gallery Label:
According to accession records, this fixture came from the steamship "Morro Castle."
Provenance:
The George W. Murdock Collection of Steamboat Artifacts
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1900
eMuseum Object ID:
29034
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Engine plate
Classification:
Date:
ca. 1892
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
Overall: 8 1/4 x 5 1/4 in. ( 21 x 13.3 cm )
Description:
Cast brass steam engine plate; oval with beveled edge and engraved lettering.
Credit Line:
Purchase, James B. Wilbur Fund
Object Number:
1941.804
Marks:
engraved: on plate: "SKINNER & ARNOLD/BUILDERS./1892/ALBANY, N.Y."
Gallery Label:
According to accession records, this plate is from the steamboat "Victoria" built in 1892.
Provenance:
The George W. Murdock Collection of Steamboat Artifacts
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1892
eMuseum Object ID:
29033
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Engine plate
Classification:
Date:
ca. 1910
Medium:
Brass, paint
Dimensions:
Overall: 3/8 x 30 1/2 x 3 1/4 in. ( 1 x 77.5 x 8.3 cm )
Description:
Rectangular cast brass engine plate, heavy gauge, incised lettering, enameled black on obverse, fitted for receiving 3 bolts on reverse.
Credit Line:
Purchase, James B. Wilbur Fund
Object Number:
1941.803
Marks:
incised: on obverse and painted black: "TROJAN"
Gallery Label:
According to accession records, this engine plate is from the steamer "Trojan" that was later renamed the "New Yorker." The steamer was in service from 1909-1940.
Provenance:
The George W. Murdock Collection of Steamboat Artifacts
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1910
eMuseum Object ID:
29032
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Engine plate
Classification:
Date:
1881
Medium:
Metal, paint
Dimensions:
Overall: 1/8 x 34 x 3 1/4 in. ( 0.3 x 86.4 x 8.3 cm )
Description:
Rectangular sheet metal engine plate incised with large print and small scrolling motifs with incised border, pierced around perimeter with eight holes.
Credit Line:
Purchase, James B. Wilbur Fund
Object Number:
1941.792
Marks:
incised: on sign, front: "REBUILT/BY NEAFIE & LEVY. 1881"
Gallery Label:
According to accession records, this name plate is from the steamer and Hudson River ferry "Transport" built in 1875.
Provenance:
The George W. Murdock Collection of Steamboat Artifacts
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1881
eMuseum Object ID:
29031
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Engine plate
Classification:
Date:
ca. 1892
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
Overall: 12 x 8 in. ( 30.5 x 20.3 cm )
Description:
Sheet brass engine plate with engraved lettering encased in engraved cloud motif decoration; four hanging holes.
Credit Line:
Purchase, James B. Wilbur Fund
Object Number:
1941.799
Marks:
engraved: on plate: "NO. 55/T.S. MARVEL & CO./BUILDERS./NEWBURGH. N.Y. 1892./E.H. MEAD"
Gallery Label:
According to accession records, this engine plate is fom the steamboat "E.H. Mead" built in 1892
Provenance:
The George W. Murdock Collection of Steamboat Artifacts
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1892
eMuseum Object ID:
29030
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Engine plate
Classification:
Date:
ca. 1909
Medium:
Brass, paint
Dimensions:
Overall: 1/2 x 30 x 3 1/4 in. ( 1.3 x 76.2 x 8.3 cm )
Description:
Cast brass rectangular plate, heavy gauge, incised lettering enameled black on obverse, fitted for receiving three bolts on back.
Credit Line:
Purchase, James B. Wilbur Fund
Object Number:
1941.787
Marks:
incised: on front: "RENSSELAUER."
stamped: on reverse: "T"
Gallery Label:
According to accession records, this name plate was from the steamer "Rensselaer," built in 1909.
Provenance:
The George W. Murdock Collection of Steamboat Artifacts
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1909
eMuseum Object ID:
28887
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
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