Cushion, Air
Object number2000.18.1
Manufacturer
American Thermoplastic Company
Datec. 1973
MediumPlastic
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
DescriptionSquare-shaped plastic stadium seat cushion with red a handle at top. One side features a white background, with black text at the top, and a red, white, and green coat of arms with the letter F at center in the lower section. The opposite side is red with white text.Dimensions2 x 14.5 x 13 in. (5.1 x 36.8 x 33 cm)InscriptionsOne side contains a red, white, and green coat of arms with the letter "F" at center and reads in black letters "FRANCO'S ITALIAN ARMY". The opposite side is red with white letters reading "GO, FRANCO, GO!"
Historical NotesThis cushion promotes the Pittsburgh Steelers Italian American fan group known as Franco's Italian Army, named in honor of running back Franco Harris. It was purchased from a street vendor in front of Three Rivers Stadium around 1973.
Related institution
Franco's Italian Army
Related institution
Pittsburgh Steelers
Subjects
On View
On view
c. 1965
C. and E. Marshall Company
c. 1965
1984
c. 1888
c. 1944
American Safety Table Company