Umbrella
Object number2009.113.3 a-c
Manufacturer
It's Raining
Designer
Burton Morris
(born 1964)
Date2008
Mediumpolyester; metal; plastic
Credit LinePittsburgh 250 Commission
DescriptionBlack umbrella with Pittsburgh landmarks inside.Dimensions(a) Opened--W: 36; L: 29 (includes band)(b) [Measured laying flat] W: 3; L: 15.25
(c) W: 2; L: 17.75; Depth: 1.625
Inscriptions(a)
Outside, white printed text "250 / p!ttsburgh / imagine what you can do here."
Underneath opened umbrella is a cartoon map of Pittsburgh with many iconic locations indicated on the map.
Marks(b)
Multi-colored paper tag attached: "IT'S / RAINING!" with text inside cloud above figure; reverse side is same, with additional text including object information and "Thanks for choosing / one of our fine umbrellas. / Aren't you glad / IT'S RAINING!"
(c)
Printed on case: "IT'S / RAINING!" with text inside cloud above figure.
Historical NotesCollection of materials related to celebration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of Pittsburgh, the Pittsburgh Sestercentennial. Materials include street banners promoting the citywide celebration, a commemorative umbrella featuring city landmarks, a water bottle, and a pin.
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2009
c. 1945
