Label, "S. W. Hollis & Co. Brand Raisins," 1890-1930

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Artifact Overview

Food companies sought ways to make their packaged goods stand out on store shelves from other similar products. Attractive labels, like this colorful floral design for S. W. Hollis & Company brand raisins, helped catch the attention of potential customers and encouraged them to purchase the company's product rather than that of a competitor.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Label (Identifying artifact)

Date Made

1890-1930

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

93.0.2.2

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Lithography
Printing (Process)

Color

Dark green
Multicolored
Pale yellowish pink

Dimensions

Height: 4 in
Width: 8.5 in

Label, "S. W. Hollis & Co. Brand Raisins," 1890-1930