L. Miller & Son Store Display of Drill Bits, 1923-1928

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Artifact Overview

Louis Miller, a Russian Jewish immigrant to Chicago, started and operated L. Miller & Son hardware. A highlight of his store (located in an East European immigrant neighborhood) was an elaborate and extensive tool and hardware display that literally showcased the store's stock: not only great salesmanship but also a benefit to customers with a language barrier.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Showcase

Date Made

1923-1928

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Made in America

Object ID

2011.243.8

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Wood (Plant material)

Dimensions

Height: 48 in
Width: 21.5 in
Length: 2 in

Inscriptions

case and board stamped: 8