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- "Hot Dog Deck" Skateboard, 2015 - Jason Polan was a Michigan-born, New York-based illustrator whose visual storytelling sought to elevate the everyday—with humor and care. This collection documents Polan's life and prolific art practice, spanning childhood to adulthood; he was also a convener of creative communities. Inspiration, ideation, and completed projects are represented in preparatory material, printed matter, publications, product design, artwork, and personal collecting.
- 2015
- Collections - Artifact
"Hot Dog Deck" Skateboard, 2015
Jason Polan was a Michigan-born, New York-based illustrator whose visual storytelling sought to elevate the everyday—with humor and care. This collection documents Polan's life and prolific art practice, spanning childhood to adulthood; he was also a convener of creative communities. Inspiration, ideation, and completed projects are represented in preparatory material, printed matter, publications, product design, artwork, and personal collecting.
- Hallmark "Seasoned Greetings" Christmas Ornament, 1987 - Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.
- 1987
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark "Seasoned Greetings" Christmas Ornament, 1987
Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.
- Kuehmann's Potato Chips Sign, circa 1935 - Before the days of national brands, locally-made products were advertised in community newspapers, through free giveaways, and by signs like this one -- that were affixed to the front and side walls of stores. Kuehmann's Original Potato Chips and Butter Pretzels were made in Toledo, Ohio.
- circa 1935
- Collections - Artifact
Kuehmann's Potato Chips Sign, circa 1935
Before the days of national brands, locally-made products were advertised in community newspapers, through free giveaways, and by signs like this one -- that were affixed to the front and side walls of stores. Kuehmann's Original Potato Chips and Butter Pretzels were made in Toledo, Ohio.