Oiler Used by B.B. Korn, 1924-1926
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Artifact Overview
Tether cars, gas-powered model race cars, were popular in the 1930s and 1940s. Barney Korn was among the most skilled builders. While his models weren't particularly fast, they were exceptionally detailed. Korn even built model cars, boats, and airplanes for Hollywood movies. He used this oil can while working on some of his models.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Oilcan
Date Made
1924-1926
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2013.47.32
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Eric Zausner and the E-Z Spindizzy Foundation.
Material
Metal
Color
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 8.375 in
Diameter: 3.25 in
Inscriptions
On top:
LIDSEEN FORCE-FEED | AND PUMP | OILERS | TRADE MARK | CHICAGO | MADE IN U.S.A. | PATENTS | APPLIED FOR
On bottom:
GUSTAVE LIDSEEN | PATENTEE & M'N'F'R | CHICAGO, ILL.
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