patch
Catalog Number
1996.61.1
Description
Holland Furnace patch, oval shaped with yellow border and burgundy center. White letters spell out "Holland Furnace Holland-Mich.". In the center of the patch, there is a yellow furnace.
History
Holland Furnace began in 1906, founded by John P. Kolla (1860-1933) and his son-in-law, August H. Landwehr (1880-1937). By 1948, the company had a branch in 48 states with sales reaching $41 million. Holland Furnace ceased production in 1962.
Gift of
Prins, Juliet
