Table Knife Used on Henry Ford's "Vagabonds" Camping Trips 1920-1930
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Artifact Overview
Henry Ford, Thomas Edison, Harvey Firestone and naturalist John Burroughs embarked on a series of camping trips between 1916 and 1924. These self-proclaimed Vagabonds loved to explore nature and the pre-industrial landscape, but they also camped in style. This group of well-to-do adventurers brought along service staff and all needed amenities, including a set of utilitarian flatware.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Table knife
Date Made
1920-1930
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.2.56.627.39
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Henry and Clara Ford.
Material
Steel (Alloy)
Wood (Plant material)
Color
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Length: 8.75 in
Width: 0.75 in (at widest point)
Height: 0.5 in (at handle)
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