Blank Order Form from the George F. Wagner Co. Inc. for Butter, Cheese & Eggs, 1905-1949

THF294013 / Blank Order Form from the George F. Wagner Co. Inc. for Butter, Cheese & Eggs, 1905-1949
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Artifact Overview

Companies created distinctive labels to identify their products and communicate shipping information to ensure quick delivery to their clients. This was especially important for perishable commodities, such as the "butter, cheese & eggs" sold by the George F. Wagner Co. Inc. in New York City.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Order form

Date Made

1905-1949

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2019.0.22.5

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Printing (Process)

Color

Red

Dimensions

Height: 2.75 in
Width: 5.5 in

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