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Bedroom Wash Stand Tabor House
The home of Horace Tabor, who made and lost a vast fortune in mining silver at the Matchless Mine. Fine wallpaper, bedroom wash stand with ewer and basin, shelf and storage pouch in a bedroom at the Tabor House in Leadville were all chosen from mail order catalogues from as far as New York and San Francisco
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Step into the opulent world of the Tabor House in Leadville, Colorado during the late 19th century. This photograph showcases a bedroom in Horace Tabor's grand residence, a symbol of his vast silver mining fortune at the Matchless Mine. The Matchless Mine, located in Lead, a small mining town nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, brought immense wealth to Horace Tabor and his family. The elegance of this bedroom is evident in its fine wallpaper, which was ordered from catalogues as far away as New York and San Francisco. The bedroom washstand, a necessary convenience for personal hygiene, is adorned with an ewer and basin, both essential items for the time. The washstand's shelf and storage pouch were also sourced from mail order catalogues, demonstrating the reach and convenience of these commercial enterprises in the pioneer era. The intricately designed washstand, with its ornate detailing, reflects the wealth and status of its owner. The ewer and basin, made of fine porcelain or possibly silver, would have been filled with water for washing, while the shelf provided a space for various toiletries. The storage pouch, hanging below the shelf, offered additional convenience for storing personal items. This photograph offers a glimpse into the luxurious lifestyle of the Tabors during the height of their fortune. Despite the ephemeral nature of Horace Tabor's wealth, which was eventually lost, this bedroom remains a testament to the extravagance and innovation of the 19th century.
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