Enamelware Saucer Used on Henry Ford's "Vagabonds" Camping Trips, 1920-1930

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Artifact Overview

This white enameled saucer was used during one of the yearly camping trips taken by the Vagabonds in the early 1920s. The self-named group consisted of Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, Harvey Firestone, and naturalist John Burroughs. The Vagabonds brought along all needed equipment and utensils, as well as support staff to cook, serve, and maintain the camp.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Saucer (Plate)

Date Made

1920-1930

Creators

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

00.2.56.458

Credit

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

Material

Enamel (Fused coating)

Color

White (Color)
Blue

Dimensions

Diameter: 5.438 in
Height: 0.875 in

Inscriptions

stamped on bottom: KER / SWEDEN
Enamelware Saucer Used on Henry Ford's "Vagabonds" Camping Trips, 1920-1930