Architectural Concept Drawing of Henry Ford Museum, circa 1927

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Artifact Overview

This is one of three color perspective renderings of the proposed Museum building presented to Henry Ford by architect Robert O. Derrick. This bird's eye view shows a two-story structure, with courtyards providing light and air into the galleries. Henry Ford rejected this proposal preferring the exhibits on a single floor. The focal point was a full-scale replica of Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Drawing (Visual work)

Date Made

circa 1927

Subject Date

circa 1927

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

28.981.2

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Drawing (Image-making)
Rendering (Drawing techniques)

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 30 in
Width: 40 in

Architectural Concept Drawing of Henry Ford Museum, circa 1927