Letter Opener and Log Cabin Box, Gift from the Berry Schools to Henry Ford, 1922-1942
THF158127 / Letter Opener and Log Cabin Box, Gift from the Berry Schools to Henry Ford, 1922-1942
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Artifact Overview
Henry Ford was not only recognized as an automotive industrialist; during his many years in the public eye he was recognized by many civic and corporate associations. The Berry Schools, an industrial school for boys and girls, was founded by Martha Berry in 1902. Both of the Fords were enthusiastic supporters of her school, both intellectually and financially.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Letter opener
Date Made
1922-1942
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
51.34.93
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Clara Ford Estate.
Material
Wood (Plant Material)
Technique
Carving (Processes)
Handmade
Dimensions
Height: 4 in
Width: 4.125 in
Length: 11.875 in
Inscriptions
plaque:
Student Work
The Berry Schools Mount Berry GA
letter opener:
To Henry Ford
Friend of the Farmer Boy
The Berry Schools
Mount Berry Georgia
Martha Berry
Our Motto "Be a Lifter, Not a Leaner"
BIRTHPLACE ./ THE BERRY SCHOOLS / MOUNT BERRY GA [end of opener]
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