Baby Tender, 1800-1850

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Artifact Overview

Homes in early America could be dangerous places for infants and toddlers. Young children could accidentally fall down steps, play with sharp objects, or roll or trip into a fire. Cage-like tenders, like this one, kept little ones out of trouble while busy parents worked around the house.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Chair (Furniture form)

Date Made

1800-1850

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

00.3.16593

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Pine (Wood)

Color

Gray (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 19.5 in
Width: 16 in
Length: 15.75 in