Pedestal Desk, Used by Henry Ford at his Highland Park Plant Office
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This large-scale oak desk was used by Henry Ford in his Highland Park Factory Office. Mr. Ford rarely worked at the desk, preferring to spend his time on the go between factories and a number of Ford office buildings. The office was mainly used to receive visitors and meet with employees.
This large-scale oak desk was used by Henry Ford in his Highland Park Factory Office. Mr. Ford rarely worked at the desk, preferring to spend his time on the go between factories and a number of Ford office buildings. The office was mainly used to receive visitors and meet with employees.
Artifact
Pedestal Desk
Date Made
1910-1920
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.136.426
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.
Material
Oak (Wood)
Metal
Technique
Molding (Forming)
Dimensions
Height: 30.5 in
Width: 72 in
Depth: 42 in
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