La-Z-Boy Table-Top Advertisers Featuring Brooke Shields, 2010-2015
THF163270 / La-Z-Boy Table-Top Advertisers Featuring Brooke Shields, 2010-2015
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Artifact Overview
In 1927, cousins Edward Knabusch and Edwin Shoemaker, established what would later become La-Z-Boy, Inc. in Monroe, Michigan. They were a perfect pair: Shoemaker was fascinated with technology and Knabusch was a master marketer. Celebrity endorsements began with Bing and Kathryn Crosby in the 1960s. In 2010, Brooke Shields joined the list of the notable spokespersons for the iconic line.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Point-of-purchase display
Date Made
2010-2015
Creators
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2015.78.34
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of La-Z-Boy, Incorporated.
Material
Plastic
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 6.875 in
Width: 15.875 in
Length: 3 in
Inscriptions
Customize it and love it!
They call them throw pillows for a reason.
WOW - Free in-home design.
I had no idea! Over 900 fabrics and leathers.
I love...florals.
Tables, lamps & accessories? Yes please!
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Related Content
SetMarketing La-Z-Boy
- 25 Artifacts
La-Z-Boy co-founder Edward Knabusch concentrated his attention on marketing, through both traditional media and his unique approaches. Though the message evolved, advertising remained a central focus throughout the company’s history. These artifacts represent a range of La-Z-Boy's marketing strategies, including showroom displays, advertisements, and special promotions.