Streetcar Advertising Poster for Heinz Breakfast Wheat, "A New Treat in Wheat," 1933-1935
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Artifact Overview
Henry J. Heinz rarely missed an opportunity to market his "57 Varieties" -- a catchy slogan he created despite offering a line of more than 60 packaged food products. A prolific promoter, Heinz aimed to reach consumers in stores, at home, and everywhere in-between. This colorful poster advertised Heinz Breakfast Wheat, a hot cereal, to passengers riding a streetcar.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Poster
Date Made
1933-1935
Creators
Creator Notes
Made for H. J. Heinz Company.
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
53.41.420
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of H.J. Heinz Co.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Cardboard
Technique
Lithography
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 11 in
Width: 21 in
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