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Nice occupational photo of two workers holding a horse outside of a horse shoeing business located in wooden barn. Based on photographer likely in the New York City area.
Sign over entrance A.P. GOLDING HORSE SHOER & JOBBER
Photographer's stamp on back
ULLMANN BRO’S
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(7)77-3rd Ave. N.E. Cor. 48th St.
NEW YORK
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(Groups) and Flash Lights a Special(ty)
Mounted on card. Card is beat up. Damage to 3 corners, folds, some paper missing. Photo bit over-exposed.
Card: 5 ½“ x 8 ½” Photo: 4“ x 6”
A.P. Golding – Horse Shoer & Jobber (19th-Century Context)
Horse Shoer: This was a common occupation in 19th-century New York, when horses were essential for transportation, delivery, and industry. Blacksmiths specializing in shoeing horses were vital tradesmen, especially in urban centers like New York City, which had over 150,000 horses at its peak.
Jobber: In 19th-century business parlance, a “jobber” was typically a middleman or wholesaler who bought goods in bulk and sold them to retailers or directly to consumers. In the context of a horse shoer, it might also imply someone who took on contract work or subcontracted labor, possibly supplying horseshoes or related equipment.
Business Style: The name “A.P. Golding, Horse Shoer & Jobber” follows a typical 19th-century naming convention, often found on trade cards, city directories, or signage. These businesses were frequently located near stables, carriage houses, or along commercial avenues.
