Towel, Hand

Object number2014.20.3

Datec. 1960

MediumCloth

Credit LineGift of Mary Lamica.

DescriptionWhite hand towel with blue band across center that says Kaufmann's Fifth Avenue.Dimensions12 x 14.5 in. (30.5 x 36.8 cm)
InscriptionsInscription Stitched on top of the blue stripe in white thread is: "KAUFMANN'S FIFTH AVENUE". Center
Historical NotesTowel from a rest room at Kaufmann's Department Store which was located on Fifth Avenue in downtown Pittsburgh. Glass objects produced as premiums or advertising pieces, a hand towel marked Kaufmanns, and a McKee glass pie pan made in Jeannette, Pa. that documents the company’s innovative finish MIREX, that had a metallic look.

Previous owner Mary Lamica

Related institution Kaufmann's Department Store (1871 - 2005)

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