Lufthansa Table Knife, circa 1985
THF808695 / Lufthansa Table Knife, circa 1985
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Artifact Overview
Diane Beers joined TWA as a flight attendant in 1965 but left to marry Richard Hill a year later -- a time when many airlines employed only single women in that job. Beers Hill continued her interest in the aviation industry. Her memorabilia collection included knives, forks and spoons used in airline food service or branded with carrier logos.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Table knife
Date Made
circa 1985
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Commissioned by Deutsche Lufthansa. Made by Picard & Wielputz in Solingen, Germany.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2024.66.102
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Diane Beers Hill.
Material
Stainless steel
Color
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 6.25 in
Width: 0.75 in
Length: 0.125 in
Inscriptions
on bottom of handle:
PICARD & WIELPUTZ SOLIINGEN 18/8 77/2
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