Edison Illuminating Company of Detroit, Michigan, circa 1893

THF98557 / Edison Illuminating Company of Detroit, Michigan, circa 1893
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Artifact Overview

In 1891, Henry Ford left his small lumber business to work for the Edison Illuminating Company in Detroit. Within two years, he would become chief engineer. During his time at the Edison Illuminating Company, Henry Ford also built his first automobile -- and had his first meeting with Thomas Edison.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Photographic print

Subject Date

circa 1893

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

EI.1929.P.188.72450

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Gelatin silver process

Color

Black-and-white (Colors)

Dimensions

Height: 8.125 in
Width: 10 in