Vase Featuring Ford Automobile, Presented to Henry Ford, 1928
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Artifact Overview
Over the years, Henry Ford received hundreds of gifts from people who felt a connection with the automotive entrepreneur. For many, he was "one of them," someone who also just happened to become a great industrialist. The fact that this is one of a pair of vases given by a Swedish missionary posted in China demonstrates his world-wide appeal.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Presentation vase
Date Made
1928
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.773.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Porcelain (Material)
Textile
Dimensions
Height: 13.5 in
Diameter: 5 in
Inscriptions
Mr. Henry Ford Latest Motorcar 1928
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