Look Magazine for July 4, 1961, "What You Don't Know about Jacqueline Kennedy"

THF230769 / Look Magazine for July 4, 1961, "What You Don't Know about Jacqueline Kennedy" / redacted
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Artifact Overview

President John F. Kennedy's wife Jacqueline proved to be a huge political asset. Her charm, grace, and intelligence won over many a critic and her appearance on the front of a magazine was sure to attract attention and increase sales. This Look magazine cover image was considered the "Official White House Portrait" of the First Lady.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Magazine (Periodical)

Date Made

04 July 1961

Subject Date

04 July 1961

Creator Notes

Cover photograph by Mark Shaw. Published by Cowles Magazines, Inc., Des Moines, Iowa.

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2013.85.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 13.25 in
Width: 10.5 in

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