Can Label, "Dana's Jardiniere Brand Tomatoes," 1912-1920
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Artifact Overview
Manufacturers of similar products sought ways to make their company's goods stand out on store shelves. Attractive labels, like this design for Dana's Jardiniere Brand Tomatoes, helped catch the attention of potential customers -- hopefully encouraging them to purchase the company's product rather than that of a competitor.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Can label
Date Made
1912-1920
Creators
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
86.13.15.3
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Lithography
Printing (Process)
Color
Blue
Brown
Gold (Color)
Green
Multicolored
Red
Dimensions
Height: 4.25 in
Width: 10.75 in
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