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- Henkersteg in Nuremberg (Hangman's Bridge in Nuremberg), late 1800s
- Where object was made: Nuremberg, Germany
- albumen print
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Image Dimensions Height/Width: - Transfer from the Department of Architectural Engineering
- Not on display
- S2015.036
- Europe
- Open page with bookmarkable url
- Description
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A architectural view the western side of Henkersteg (also known as the Hangman's Bridge) in Nuremberg. The bridge spans across the Pegnitz river. The main tower connects to a wine depot on the west bank and a double arched bridge on the southwestern side. The wine depot structure is a half timber-lined house with a two story porch covered by a tiled roof awning. The bridge is comprised of stone and wood, and connects to the Trödelmarkt.