Embroidered Banner, Gift to Henry Ford, circa 1930
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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. This banner was created by an unknown artist, who was perhaps also the satisfied owner of a Ford Model A.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Banner
Date Made
circa 1930
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.1510.152
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. From the Estate of Henry and Clara Ford.
Material
Burlap
Wool (Textile)
Technique
Embroidering
Color
Black (Color)
Blue
Gray (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 13.25 in
Width: 16.25 in
Inscriptions
FORD
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