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Creator: McKenzie Subject: Suits (Clothing) Subject: Suits (Clothing) Subject: Suits (Clothing) Subject: Suits (Clothing) Subject: Suits (Clothing) Subject: Suits (Clothing) Subject: Suits (Clothing) Subject: Ward, Willis C. Content Type: Image Content Type: Image Collection: The Henry Ford Historic Costume Collection-
Mens Suit, about 1880
This morning suit belonged to Willis C. Ward. He likely used it for a wedding or other special occasion. It is exquisitely made and looks to have been rarely used.Willis C. Ward was born in 1861 to one of Michigan's wealthest families of the 19th century. His father David Ward, made his fortune in lumber and acquired and sold timbered land throughout the United States.