Christmas Party 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
Plate (Dish)
Date Made
1950-1960
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2020.26.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Color
White (Color)
Red
Green
Gray (Color)
Brown
Dimensions
Height: 0.5 in
Width: 8.75 in
Length: 8.625 in
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