Jigsaw Puzzle, Made by a Prisoner at the Michigan State Prison, Gift to Henry Ford, 1936-1945
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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. These artists also came from all walks of life. This framed puzzle was given to Ford by the warden of Michigan State Prison, (later renamed the State Prison of Southern Michigan) but was undoubtedly made by an inmate.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Jigsaw puzzle
Date Made
1936-1945
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made by an inmate of the Michigan State Prison in Jackson, Michigan from an art print; the original artwork was created by Erich Mercken.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.1782.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Wood (Plant material)
Paper (Fiber product)
Dimensions
Height: 29 in
Width: 0.75 in
Length: 37.5 in
Inscriptions
Henry Ford
Compliments of the Inmate Body
MSP
Warden and Mrs. Harry Jackson
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