Christmas Napkins, 1950-1960

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Artifact Overview

By the mid-20th century, disposable paper party goods decorated with seasonal images added a convenient, and inexpensive, touch to holiday celebrations--while making cleanup easier.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Napkin (Culinary textile)

Date Made

1950-1960

Creators

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2018.70.7

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)
Cardboard

Color

White (Color)
Red
Green

Dimensions

Height: 9.188 in
Width: 8.875 in

Inscriptions

on packaging: Paper Art / 20 EXTRA LARGE / 18 INCH / PAPER LINEN DINNER NAPKINS / 39 C / SOFT AND ABSORBENT / IDEAL FOR ALL TYPES OF INFORMAL DINING / MADE IN INDIANAPOLIS U.S.A.
Christmas Napkins, 1950-1960