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Henry Siede
| Name | Henry Siede |
| Ortssitz | New York City |
| Straße | West 14th Street 14 |
| Art des Unternehmens | Rauchwarenfabrik |
| Quellenangaben | [New Yorks great industries (1884) 90] |
| Zeit |
Ereignis |
| 1851 |
Gründung |
| Produkt |
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Kommentar |
| Mäntel |
1884 |
[New Yorks great ind. (1884)] |
1884 |
[New Yorks great ind. (1884)] |
Manufacturer of Fine Furs and Robes, etc. |
| Pelzwaren |
1884 |
[New Yorks great ind. (1884)] |
1884 |
[New Yorks great ind. (1884)] |
Manufacturer of Fine Furs and Robes, etc. |
| ZEIT | 1884 |
| THEMA | Firmendarstellung |
| TEXT | The manufacture of seal skin sacques, dolmans and other fur robes, has made considerable progress among the industries of New York, and one of the most reliable houses in this trade in the United States is that of Mr. Henry Siede, No. 14 West 14th Street. A few remarks concerning this special business will be of interest, as anything that adds to the personal appearance and comfort of the fairer sex is of the greatest value, and at the above establishment all that may be included in the line of ladies' seal skins and other furs, are to be found in the greatest variety. This house was originally founded in 1851, and since its inception has always been patronized by the best classes of society, and supplies the finest and most fashionable furs and seal skins worn in the city; it being an acknowledged fact that in fur goods of any description Mr. Siede is the leader and authority of the prevailing styles, in the same manner that Worth of Paris is arbiter of ladies' dresses. The premises occupied are very commodious and attractive, and are stocked with the most valuable and handsome furs and skins to be found in this country or Europe. In fact a visit to this establishment, replete as it is in the rich furs of all animals that have been called upon to pay tribute to man's desires, is one that can long be remembered with the most unselfish satisfaction. The costly coverings for ladies and gentlemen here displayed is a feast to those who delight in the beautiful, and an unbounded source of satisfaction to those well informed as to the workmanship that they represent in their readiness for use. Acknowledged as an authority on the subject, Mr. Siede has been able to secure his present representative position in the trade by a careful selection of a stock that embodies the choicest furs that are found in this continent or reach here from others. To the unacquainted the skill and thoroughness that is so absolutely essential to the successful preparation of furs in their raw state, to attain that finished gloss and entrancing softness and fineness, cannot be appreciated, but to the connoisseurs the fact is potent, and when found in a house in its most perfect degree, as it is certainly in Mr. Siede's, too warm commendation or words too laudatory cannot be expressed. The largest Bengal tiger skin ever brought to the United States can be seen in this elegant store, and measures sixteen and one-half feet in length from tip to tip, and the animal is effectively displayed with his claws, etc., complete. Another noticeable feature for the inspection of those visiting this establishment is a magnificent specimen of a mounted lion. Its size and superiority attracted the attention of Tan Amburgh, the noted animal trainer and owner, while abroad, and he purchased it for his menagerie in this country. On its voyage across the Atlantic it became so furious that the keepers were obliged to kill it, notwithstanding its great value. Afterwards its skin was secured by Mr. Siede, and by him preserved in its present form. The trade mark of this house is a beaver-emblematic of the skill and perseverance that have done so much to elevate the house to its present commanding and exalted position. In this connection it should be mentioned that Mr. Siede has on exhibition a mounted white beaver, believed to be the only one ever captured, and therefore a curiosity well worth paying a visit to this establishment to see. In addition there likewise may be seen the skins of a polar bear, tiger, wolf, black bear, fox and other animals, and the collection is absolutely unique, and is greatly admired by connoisseurs, who fully appreciate Mr. Siede's efforts in collecting such admirable specimens. The material used in manufacturing garments is of the very best quality, having been dressed and dyed in the factories of the house, with the sole exception of seal skins, of which Mr. Siede uses only the best of Alaska skins of the best English dye, executed in the highest style of workmanship, the whole being under the persona] supervision of the proprietor, who thus insures that only the best articles shall emanate from his establishment. The advantages of purchasing seal skins, furs, robes, etc., from a bona fide, manufacturer are of the greatest value, not the least of which is that a perfectly fitting garment is obtained, which is impossible under other conditions. The skins handled by this house are always procured direct from first hands, and these handsome goods are offered at prices that will compete in every respect with any contemporary firm. It is often stated in fashionable journals that furs will not be worn this season, but merchants possessing the critical knowledge and ability of Mr. Siede, know well that as soon as autumn and winter approach the expensive and elegant seal skins and other furs will be seen encircling the forms of the wives and daughters of our wealthy and substantial citizens. Mr. Siede is a native of Germany, but has resided in this country since boyhood, and is an active, enterprising gentleman, and is meeting with that success which is sure to follow fair dealing, promptness and liberality. In every way this house is to be relied on for the superior grade-of the goods produced, and those entering into business relations with it, will secure a much richer and finer class of goods than can be found at any similar establishment in this section. In conclusion, it can be said without a fear of contradiction, that the fur house of Henry Siede stands pre-eminently among the leading houses in this department of trade, not only in this busy mart of mighty enterprises, but with the foremost of the country. Much could be written on the subject, and then the house andi its honored and enterprising proprietor would not receive the portion due. Suffice to' say, that after a business career of over thirty years, this gentleman has succeeded, in steadily gaining favor and patronage, each year marking an advancement, permanent in its character, and to-the highest degree reflecting to the credit of he, whose-straightforward and intelligent manner of conducting this now mammoth enterprise, has stamped him a man of unexceptional ability and foresightedness. To his greatest honor it can be written that his business, and his honorable name, is a monument that stands out in bold relief against a background of a third of a century of unmitigated toil and activity. |
| QUELLE | [New Yorks great industries (1884) 90] |
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