Cheese Box, 1930-1940

THF195735 / Cheese Box, 1930-1940
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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Cheese box

Date Made

1930-1940

Creator Notes

Made with a cheese box making machine by Herbert and Marion Hoffman on their farm in Almont, Michigan.

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

73.63.7

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Marion and Herbert Hoffman in Memory of Mr. and Mrs. William Rider, Sr.

Material

Wood (Plant material)

Color

Tan (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 7 in
Diameter: 15.5 in

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