Fifth Avenue Omnibuses: Proposed Design for the New Fifth Ave Omnibus & The Old Broadway Stages in 1831 (from "Harper's Weekly," December 5, 1885) 1880 - 1890

This 19th-century wood engraving, titled "Fifth Avenue Omnibuses: Proposed Design for the New Fifth Ave Omnibus & The Old Broadway Stages in 1831," by *Harper's Weekly*, depicts a proposed design for a new omnibus alongside an illustration of the old Broadway Stages in New York City in 1831. The top image shows a detailed side view of the proposed omnibus, while the bottom image captures a bustling scene of horse-drawn omnibuses and carriages on Broadway. The engraving provides a visual glimpse into the history of public transportation in New York City, showcasing the transition from traditional stagecoaches to more modern horse-drawn omnibuses. The artwork is part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.