"Family Meditation," Fan Advertising Williams & Williams Funeral Home, Savannah, Georgia, circa 1960
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Artifact Overview
Worshipers in the mid-1900s used inexpensive, handheld fans to keep cool in churches without air conditioning--especially in the American South. Local funeral homes often supplied congregations with these fans. One side usually depicted biblical scenes, devotional settings, or even famous individuals. On the other side, the businesses listed vital services and contact information.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Advertising fan
Date Made
circa 1960
Subject Date
circa 1960
Creators
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
91.205.6
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Wood (Plant material)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 11.75 in
Width: 7.5 in
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