The Neuman-Kettler Co. Complete Home Furnishings, "Memories of Childhood," 1910

Artifact Overview

Hygiene, sanitation, and a child's well-being became paramount to many parents by the early 20th century. Concerned parents furnished children's rooms with white-painted furniture and metal beds that were easy to clean and sanitize in hopes of reducing childhood diseases. The room furnished with appropriate-sized furniture with cheerful decorations provided a pleasing refuge for children away from the adult world.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Postcard

Date Made

1910

Subject Date

1910

Creators

Place of Creation

United States, Ohio, Lima

Collection Title

Research Center General Postcard Collection

Location

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

90.204.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Printing (Process)

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 3.5 in
Width: 5.5 in

Keywords	United States, Ohio, Lima Postcards Advertising The Neuman-Kettler Co. (Firm) Bedroom furniture Children's furniture Cribs (Children's beds) Furniture Furniture industry and trade Nurseries (Rooms) Toys (Recreational artifacts)