This 60-page softcover publication offers a beautifully detailed look into the history, craftsmanship, and global influence of the famed Concord coach builders. From their roots in Concord, New Hampshire, the Abbot-Downing Company built a worldwide reputation for durability, artistry, and innovation.
This publication not only chronicles their remarkable journey but also sheds light on the ornamental art of coach painting, with special attention given to the work of John Burgum, one of the firm’s master decorative artists.
Expert contributors include:
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Harry N. Scheiber, UC Berkeley professor of history and law
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Merri Ferrell, former curator of the Long Island Museum’s carriage collection
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Christopher Augerson, former conservator at the Château de Versailles Coach Museum
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William Copeley, librarian at the New Hampshire Historical Society
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Edited by Donna-Belle Garvin
Specifications
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Size: 11" x 8.5"
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Format: Softcover
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Pages: 60
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Richly illustrated with historical images and original coach artwork
Contents:
- Coach, Wagon, and Motor-Truck Manufacture, 1813-1928: The Abbot-Downing Company of Concord (Harry N. Scheiber)
- Concord Ornamental Painter John Burgum and the Artistry of Carriage Painting (Merri Ferrell and Christopher Augerson)
- Surviving Concord Coaches: By Serial Number and Recorded Location (William N. Copeley)
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Size: 11" x 8.5"
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Format: Softcover
-
Pages: 60
-
Richly illustrated with historical images and original coach artwork
Contents:
- Coach, Wagon, and Motor-Truck Manufacture, 1813-1928: The Abbot-Downing Company of Concord (Harry N. Scheiber)
- Concord Ornamental Painter John Burgum and the Artistry of Carriage Painting (Merri Ferrell and Christopher Augerson)
- Surviving Concord Coaches: By Serial Number and Recorded Location (William N. Copeley)
Shipping Information:
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Ships via Media Mail -only available for plans and books
-
Flat rate: $13
-
If you’re ordering multiple items, shipping costs may be adjusted or partially refunded based on final weight and packaging.
-
Flat-rate shipping applies to orders within the continental U.S.
For international orders, if you check out using the flat-rate shipping option, we will notify you of any difference in cost and provide a secure link to pay any additional shipping charges, if necessary. Please note that any applicable taxes, duties, or import fees are the responsibility of the customer. -
Contact us for a custom quote!
If you're curious about international shipping costs or prefer a different carrier, feel free to reach out before checkout—we're happy to provide a custom quote.
Please note: Shipping occurs on business days (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM). Weekends and holidays may impact delivery time.
