American Tourister Company Attache Case, 1977-1978
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Sol Koffler, a European immigrant, founded American Luggage Works -- manufacturer of the American Tourister brand -- in 1933. Koffler manufactured durable and affordable suitcases and luggage with the pioneering and innovative use of materials and by creating memorable advertising campaigns to promote his products. American Tourister became the industry leader during the 1950s, 60s, and 70s.
Sol Koffler, a European immigrant, founded American Luggage Works -- manufacturer of the American Tourister brand -- in 1933. Koffler manufactured durable and affordable suitcases and luggage with the pioneering and innovative use of materials and by creating memorable advertising campaigns to promote his products. American Tourister became the industry leader during the 1950s, 60s, and 70s.
Artifact
Luggage
Date Made
1977-1978
Creators
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2016.102.4
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Patrick Pehoski.
Material
Vinyl
Metal
Plastic
Wood (Plant material)
Color
Light brown
Dimensions
Height: 14 in
Width: 5.5 in
Length: 19 in
Inscriptions
red, white and blue plaque on top: American Tourister black and silver plaque on top: TOURISTER
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