Embroidered Pillow Cover, Gift to Henry Ford, 1915-1930
THF158065 / Embroidered Pillow Cover, Gift to Henry Ford, 1915-1930
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Artifact Overview
For many women in the early 20th century, Henry Ford's affordable automobile represented freedom and financial security, especially if they were fortunate enough to be part of the Ford Motor Company family. Their expressions of thanks were often homemade, like this embroidered pillow cover. Perhaps the motif acknowledged Henry Ford's efforts to encourage peace and pacifism for the United States.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Pillow cover
Date Made
1915-1930
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.1510.30
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. From the Estate of Henry and Clara Ford.
Material
Cotton (Textile)
Rayon
Technique
Embroidering
Handmade
Hand sewing
Color
Beige (Color)
Black (Color)
Blue
Green
Red
Yellow (Color)
Dimensions
Width: 16.75 in
Length: 17 in
Inscriptions
Blackstone Art Emb. Co
no 119.
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