Cameo Portrait of Henry Ford in Presentation Case, 1920-1940

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Artifact Overview

Acknowledging Henry Ford's innovative spirit, individuals employing their own original and imaginative efforts bestowed hundreds of handmade gifts upon him. Like many of the gifts to Henry Ford that found their way to Fair Lane, little is known about the Italian artist who created this. But the exquisite workmanship of this artifact speaks for itself.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Cameo

Date Made

1920-1940

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

00.1510.174

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. From the Estate of Henry and Clara Ford.

Material

Brass (Alloy)
Shell (Animal material)
Velvet (Fabric weave)

Dimensions

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Inscriptions

tag: Donor: Pasquale Galente Salerno, Italy