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