Hand Carved Shelf Clock, Gift to Henry Ford, 1928
THF158736 / Hand Carved Shelf Clock, Gift to Henry Ford, 1928
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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. Sometimes there was an ulterior motive; correspondence accompanying this object reveals the donor's hope that Mr. Ford would be so impressed with his work, the woodworker might be offered a position in one of Ford's North American factories.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Shelf clock
Date Made
1928
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Clock movement manufactured in France and installed in the case created by V. Teinschegg.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
30.742.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Vinzenz Teinschegg.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Steel (Alloy)
Wood (Plant Material)
Technique
Carving (Processes)
Dimensions
Height: 19.125 in
Width: 8 in
Length: 8.25 in
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