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:
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