Artwork by Edsel Ford, circa 1909
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Artifact Overview
Edsel Ford created this watercolor painting when he was a boy. 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
Watercolor (Painting)
Date Made
circa 1909
Creators
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
64.167.1.495
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Paint (Coating)
Color
Orange (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 9.125 in
Width: 6.75 in
Inscriptions
E.F.
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