1903 Catalog, "Ford-- High Grade on Any Grade"
THF102750 / 1903 Catalog, "Ford-- High Grade on Any Grade" / front
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Artifact Overview
Henry Ford wanted to create a light-weight, low-priced vehicle. His automobile would be uncomplicated, able to traverse American roads, and affordable to average Americans. The Ford Motor Company's first vehicle -- simple and inexpensive -- is seen headed to the moon on the cover of this 1903 catalog. Ford, however, was not satisfied and continued to improve and innovate.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Trade catalog
Date Made
1903
Subject Date
1903
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made for Ford Motor Company, Detroit, Michigan.
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
64.167.175.4
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 5.25 in
Width: 6.938 in
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