Christmas Dessert Plates, 1950-1960

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Artifact Overview

Christmas often means special meals and desserts. By the mid-20 century, disposable holiday-themed paper plates offered a convenient, and inexpensive, way to serve them. Decorated with seasonal designs, paper plates added a festive touch to celebrations--while making cleanup easier.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Dessert plate

Date Made

1950-1960

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2018.70.6

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)
Plastic

Color

Red
White (Color)
Green
Yellow (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 0.75 in
Width: 6.188 in
Length: 6.313 in

Inscriptions

on top of plates: Merry Christmas sticker on top of plates: 8 DESSERT PLATES / You can buy Handi-Set Cups, Plates, Table Covers, and Napkins to Match. / 19 c / FOR A BETTER BUY -- BUY BEACH! / CREATED AND STYLED BY BEACH PRODUCTS INC. / KALAMAZOO MICH. / MADE IN U.S.A.