Model, Swift Homes

Object number96.102.2

Datec1965-c1965

Mediumpressed wood wood plastic paper cardboard felt lichen paint

Credit LineGift of Dr. Richard Bannon

DescriptionTwo story with attached garage, rear chimney; extended garage roof forms porch over front door with white pillar at each side of door. Siding is ivory color, front door is orange. Set on base of pressed board with green felt covering to simulate lawn.Dimensions5.5 x 14 x 13.125 in. (14 x 35.6 x 33.3 cm)
MarksMarks: Business card attached to underside: DR. RICHARD/BANNON/CHIROPRACTOR/751-2220/4304 Walnut Street/McKeesport/Pennsylvania 15132/ The Back Doctor [logo] Across from/Olympia Shopping Center
Historical NotesSwift Homes was based in Elizabeth, PA in the 1950's and 60's, makers of pre-built or pre-fab homes which targeted young families moving to the suburbs. The homes were advertised as available with FHA and VA loans which further targeted WW II veterans. Model used by sales personnel as examples of pre-built homes available for purchase.

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