Travel Kit, Clothespins and Clothesline, 1920-1939

THF155081 / Travel Kit, Clothespins and Clothesline, 1920-1939
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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Clothespins (Laundry fasteners)

Date Made

1920-1939

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2012.88.407

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift from the Collection of Susan Strongman Fiems by Dennis Fiems.

Material

Cardboard
Wood (Plant material)
Twine

Color

Orange (Color)
Blue
Black (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 4.5 in
Width: 6 in
Length: 0.25 in

Inscriptions

For / Drying Fine Hosiery and Lingerie / Travel Kit
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