Embroidered Banner, Gift to Henry Ford, circa 1930

Summary

Acknowledging Henry Ford's innovative spirit, individuals employing their own original and imaginative efforts bestowed hundreds of handmade gifts upon him. This banner was created by an unknown artist, who was perhaps also the satisfied owner of a Ford Model A.

Acknowledging Henry Ford's innovative spirit, individuals employing their own original and imaginative efforts bestowed hundreds of handmade gifts upon him. This banner was created by an unknown artist, who was perhaps also the satisfied owner of a Ford Model A.

Artifact

Banner

Date Made

circa 1930

Creators

Unknown

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

00.1510.152

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. From the Estate of Henry and Clara Ford.

Material

Burlap
Wool (Textile)

Technique

Embroidering

Color

Black (Color)
Blue
Gray (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 13.25 in

Width: 16.25 in

Inscriptions

FORD

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