Firestone Souvenir Ashtray From Century of Progress, 1933
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Artifact Overview
Chicago's 1933-34 Century of Progress Exposition used the theme of progress to buoy national optimism during the Depression's darkest years. The fair also provided the opportunity for companies to show off their achievements to millions of people. This souvenir ashtray embodied Firestone's featured product at the fair: rubber tires.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Ashtray
Date Made
1933
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
85.127.168
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Estate of Stanley H. Cousineau.
Material
Glass (Material)
Rubber (Material)
Dimensions
Diameter: 5.5 in
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