Step Stool Used by the Jackson Family, Selma, Alabama

THF803857 / Step Stool Used by the Jackson Family, Selma, Alabama / view
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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Step stool

Date Made

1950-1959

Creators

Object ID

2023.50.1318

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Chrome steel
Metal
Rubber (Material)
Plastic

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 35 in
Width: 15 in
Length: 14.25 in

Inscriptions

top of original rubber: Stylaire top of new rubber: Cosco / Product
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