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
Creators
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
Height: undefined in
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Inscriptions
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Donor:
Pasquale Galente
Salerno, Italy
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