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1987.620; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.620; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
18th Century Printing Press
1987.620; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.620; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

18th Century Printing Press

Artifact ID1987.620
Object Type Press, Printing
Gifter
Date ca.1785
Medium wood, polish, metal
DimensionsOverall H 66 in x W 42 in x D 23 in (167.6 cm x 106.7 cm x 58.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionA large printing press is made of wood and metal.
Historical NoteFrench President Valery Giscard d’Estaing presented this printing press to President Gerald Ford on May 17, 1976 in celebration of the American Bicentennial. The rare printing press, dating from 1785, was thought to have been used by Benjamin Franklin during his time as the first American Ambassador to France.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteA foreign official gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was presented to him and was maintained at the Executive Office of the President until its transfer to the National Archives in 1981 for deposit with the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum.
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesHead of State Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74639696)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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