"A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year," 1954
THF716784 / "A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year," 1954
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Artifact Overview
Robert Chesley Osborn (1904-1994) was a cartoonist, illustrator, and author. He enlisted in the Navy during World War II and created the military misfit, Dilbert, who always violated safety rules. His satirical political cartoons -- found on the pages of LIFE, Fortune, Look, and other national magazines -- featured Presidents and members of Congress. Osborn also designed humorous Christmas cards like this one.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Christmas card
Date Made
1954
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
84.9.1.3932
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Dorothy Guimaraes.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 5 in
Width: 6.25 in
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