1930 Ford Advertising Proof, "An Admired Grace of Line and Contour"

THF201683 / 1930 Ford Advertising Proof, "An Admired Grace of Line and Contour"
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Artifact Overview

Sometimes referred to as a "baby Lincoln," the Ford Model A shared a family resemblance with its upscale corporate cousin. The styling of both vehicles was largely influenced by Edsel Ford, who had an innate sense of form and the designer's eye that his father, Henry Ford, lacked. The Model A's good looks were a sure part of its success.

Artifact Details

Artifact

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Date Made

1930

Subject Date

1930

Location

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

64.167.19.28

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Lithography

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 15 in
Width: 12.5 in

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