Appliqued Wall Hanging, Birthday Gift to Henry Ford, 1939
THF158110 / Appliqued Wall Hanging, Birthday Gift to Henry Ford, 1939
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Artifact Overview
Acknowledging Henry Ford's innovative spirit, individuals employing their own original and imaginative efforts bestowed hundreds of handmade gifts upon him. The inspiration for this wall hanging was inspired by Ford's well documented belief in reincarnation, an interest shared by the creator of this birthday gift. She noted in accompanying correspondence that she celebrated a 76th birthday in 1939 as well.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Wall hanging
Date Made
1939
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.1510.37
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. From the Estate of Henry and Clara Ford.
Material
Beads (Pierced objects)
Cotton (Textile)
Rayon
Velveteen
Technique
Applique (Technique)
Embroidering
Hand sewing
Handmade
Color
Black (Color)
Blue
Brown
Green
Pink (Color)
Red
Dimensions
Width: 26.5 in
Length: 37 in
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