At the 1878 Paris Exposition Brewster displayed thirteen vehicles.
Henry Brewster was awarded the Decoration of Legion of Honor by the French government as a special token of approval. Brewster & Company was award a gold medal and five of their foremen were awarded diplomas. Special note was taken of the quality of the painting and combination of colors.
In appreciation for this achievement the Carriage Builders’ National Association presented them with a gold enameled Tiffany & Company plaque and autograph book signed by leading American carriage builders, both now at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Additional details can be found on the CAA Blog – http://www.carriageassociationofamerica.com/1878-paris-exposition-brewster/