U.S. Map Puzzle, 1880-1890
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Artifact Overview
In the late 1800s, American children could learn about the geography of the United States by correctly fitting together this puzzle's state-shaped pieces. On the reverse is a colorful advertisement for the White Sewing Machine Company -- the maker of this puzzle.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Puzzle
Date Made
1880-1890
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2000.0.15.60
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Wood (Plant material)
Paper (Fiber product)
Dimensions
Width: 11.25 in
Length: 17.75 in
Inscriptions
on one side of puzzle: WHITE SEWING MACHINE / THE BEST IN THE WORLD / MANUFACTURED BY THE WHITE SEWING MACHINE CO. / CLEVELAND, O.
on other side of puzzle: MAP OF THE UNITED STATES
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