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Knudsen Dairy Products poster

Creator:
Knudsen Dairy Products
Location:
California, Los Angeles
Origin Date:
1925-1950
Materials:
paper
Measurements:
overall: 18 1/2 in x 11 in
Item ID:
71.2009.081.2533
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Fine Art

Description

This poster features at the top a photograph of President Abraham Lincoln, seated, with his youngest son, Tad, standing beside him while both look at a photograph album he is holding. The photograph was taken on February 9, 1864, in Washington, D. C. A facsimile of a letter written by President Lincoln on December 30, 1863, to Governor Gamble along with a typed transcript beside it is below the photograph. The title "Knudsen Dairy Products, the Very Best" is printed between the photograph and the letter on a peach-colored background. This poster is an example of the use of the Lincoln name and/or image used to promote positive feelings toward a business or organization. Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum