Tapestry Presented to Henry Ford to Commemorate his 75th Birthday, from Ford Motor Company Mexico City, 1938

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Artifact Overview

Henry Ford's corporate family was generous when it came to acknowledging their leader's enterprising and innovative strides forward. This large professionally woven tapestry was a gift to Henry Ford on his 78th birthday, presented by the manager of Ford Motor Company Mexico City.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Tapestry

Date Made

1938

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

00.1510.44

Credit

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

Material

Cotton (Textile)
Linen (Material)
Wool (Textile)

Color

Green
Blue
Red
Black (Color)
Pink (Color)
Gray (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 99 in
Width: 46.5 in

Tapestry Presented to Henry Ford to Commemorate his 75th Birthday, from Ford Motor Company Mexico City, 1938