Rare carvings from darkest Africa


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Other Identifiers:
MSS1218_B069_I252 and dams:151914
Institution:
Emory University
Administrative Unit:
Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library
Sublocation:
Box 69
Call Number:
MSS 1218
Contact Information:
Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library rose.library@emory.edu
About This Item
Date Created:
November 10, 1940
Format:
Still image
Genre:
postcards
Extent / Dimensions:
03.67 x 05.70 inches
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Description / Abstract:
Verso: New in America. Rare carvings from darkest Africa. Correspondence. Post Card. Address. New York. N.Y. 1940. Nov. 10. 1-AM. These charming authentic figures, hand made from fine tropical woods by the natives of Kenya and Ubangi, are irresistably appealing and colorful. Retailing up to $10.00, they are to the trade. $2.25 under 12 high. $2.50 over 12 high. Cash with Order or C.O.D. George Holland. Importer. 57 West 8th Street. New York, N.Y. Buy U.S. Savings Bonds. Ask your postmaster. United States Postage. George Washington, 1789-1797. 1 cent 1. Mrs. H. Slonaker. % - 4925 N. Sawyer Ave. Chicago, Ill.
Subjects / Keywords
Subject - Topics:
Wood-carving.
Subject - Geographic Locations:
Africa.
About This Item
Date Created:
November 10, 1940
Format:
Still image
Genre:
postcards
Extent / Dimensions:
03.67 x 05.70 inches
Note:
This collection may include historical materials that are offensive or harmful. Historical records are evidence of the time in which they were created and often contain language and images that are racist, homophobic, sexist, ableist, or otherwise derogatory and insensitive. This content does not reflect the values of Emory Libraries. If you are concerned about content in this collection, please complete our take down form and we will be in touch with you as soon as possible.
Description / Abstract:
Verso: New in America. Rare carvings from darkest Africa. Correspondence. Post Card. Address. New York. N.Y. 1940. Nov. 10. 1-AM. These charming authentic figures, hand made from fine tropical woods by the natives of Kenya and Ubangi, are irresistably appealing and colorful. Retailing up to $10.00, they are to the trade. $2.25 under 12 high. $2.50 over 12 high. Cash with Order or C.O.D. George Holland. Importer. 57 West 8th Street. New York, N.Y. Buy U.S. Savings Bonds. Ask your postmaster. United States Postage. George Washington, 1789-1797. 1 cent 1. Mrs. H. Slonaker. % - 4925 N. Sawyer Ave. Chicago, Ill.
Subjects / Keywords
Subject - Topics:
Wood-carving.
Subject - Geographic Locations:
Africa.
Find This Item
Other Identifiers:
MSS1218_B069_I252 and dams:151914
Institution:
Emory University
Administrative Unit:
Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library
Sublocation:
Box 69
Call Number:
MSS 1218
Contact Information:
Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library rose.library@emory.edu