Charlie the Tuna
Object number99.24.2
Date1970
Mediumrubber foam rubber synthetic fiber aluminum canvas webbing
Credit LineGift of H.J. Heinz Company
DescriptionOver-sized costume depicting Charlie the Tuna, Heinz advertising cartoon character.Dimensions76 x 42 in. (193 x 106.7 cm)MarksInside, on webbing in magic marker: I
Historical NotesThis Charlie the Tuna costume was used on promotional appearances for Starkist tuna, which was a subsidiary of the H.J. Heinz Co.
Related institution
H. J. Heinz Company
(founded 1888)
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Wright & Ditson
Tootsietoy
Theo A. Kochs Company
