Drawing by Edsel Ford, 1904
THF234981 / Drawing by Edsel Ford, 1904
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Artifact Overview
Edsel Ford created this drawing when he attended the Farrand School in Detroit, Michigan. Like many doting parents, Henry and Clara Ford saved their only child's artwork. Clara nurtured Edsel's love of art and Henry encouraged his interest in automobiles. As Edsel grew, his creative and artistic sensibilities matured and he developed a talent for automotive design.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Drawing (Visual work)
Date Made
1904
Creators
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
64.167.1.492
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Dimensions
Height: 4.375 in
Width: 7.625 in
Inscriptions
Edsel Ford | B5th | Farrand School | Age 11 years
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