Mug, Jimmy Carter Caricature, 1976-1980
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Democrats selected Jimmy Carter as their presidential nominee in 1976 and 1980. Carter was a naval officer and successful peanut farmer before entering politics. His association with peanut farming figured prominently in campaign materials--both for and against him. This peanut mug also depicts a toothy smile--another signature representation of the candidate used in campaign items.
Democrats selected Jimmy Carter as their presidential nominee in 1976 and 1980. Carter was a naval officer and successful peanut farmer before entering politics. His association with peanut farming figured prominently in campaign materials--both for and against him. This peanut mug also depicts a toothy smile--another signature representation of the candidate used in campaign items.
Artifact
Mug
Date Made
1976-1980
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2012.21.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Sarah Bartholomew.
Material
Ceramic (Material)
Ceramic glaze
Technique
Molding (forming)
Color
Tan (Color)
White (Color)
Pink (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 4.125 in
Width: 4.5 in
Inscriptions
Sticker on bottom: $1.95 handwritten on bottom: [?]980
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