Framed Needlework, Gift to Henry Ford, 1915
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For many women in the early 20th century, Henry Ford's affordable automobile represented freedom and financial security, especially if they were fortunate to be part of the Ford Motor Company family. Their expressions of thanks were often homemade, proud examples of their needle working skills. This is one of the earliest artifacts found in this small collection of tributes.
For many women in the early 20th century, Henry Ford's affordable automobile represented freedom and financial security, especially if they were fortunate to be part of the Ford Motor Company family. Their expressions of thanks were often homemade, proud examples of their needle working skills. This is one of the earliest artifacts found in this small collection of tributes.
Artifact
Needlework (Visual work)
Date Made
1915
Keywords
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
51.13.173
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Clara Ford Estate.
Material
Silk (Textile)
Wood (Plant Material)
Technique
Embroidering
Handmade
Hand sewing
Dimensions
Height: 20.375 in
Length: 28 in
Inscriptions
embroidered: Made by Mrs. Bilkovics 1915 Feb Detroit Mich
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