Name/Title
Product ModelEntry/Object ID
1994.31a-dDescription
A salesman's model of a silo with its carrying case. The miniature silo is made of red stained wood with a wooden roof. The side of the model is painted with the label, "THE GREEN MOUNTAIN SILO". The inside of the model has a sticker with the inscription, "MANNING MANUFACTURING CO./MANUFACTURERS OF DAIRY & CREAMERY APPARATUS/RUTLAND, VERMONT". The roof comes off the model to show the inside and has a wedge-shaped opening secured with strap hinges. Each level up the side of the silo has a functioning, removable square door. The sample kit comes with two silo board samples. The leather carrying case is shaped to fit the model, with a tightly-fitted removable lid, and a carrying handle on the side.Use
Used as an example by traveling salespeople in order to sell full-sized silos.Context
Made in Rutland, VT by Manning Manufacturing Company.Acquisition
Accession
1994.31Source or Donor
William A. Smith Auction HouseAcquisition Method
PurchaseMade/Created
Manufacturer
Manning Manufacturing CompanyDate made
1900 - 1914Place
City
RutlandCounty
Rutland CountyState/Province
VermontCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
Sample, SalesNomenclature Class
Merchandising T&ENomenclature Category
Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & TechnologyDimensions
Dimension Description
OverallHeight
26-3/16 inWidth
8 in