Box

RetailerSold by G. Fox and Co. (American, founded 1847)

MakerMade by Unknown

Date1960-1975

MediumPrinted paper-covered cardboard

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width x depth): 21 1/4 x 12 1/2 x 3 5/8in. (54 x 31.8 x 9.2cm)

ClassificationsCommercial Objects

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Richard Koopman

Object number1995.30.55a,b

DescriptionTwo part box (probably a dress box) with a glossy white paper affixed to a cardboard base and a lid of glossy white paper printed with a bright, Kelly green graphic pattern with black graphics for the name of the department, "Plaza 5 / G. Fox & Co."

Collections

G. Fox & Co.

Notes"Plaza 5" was the name of a department at G. Fox & Co. It may have been named for the telephone exchange in Manhattan for the area around Fifth Avenue and the Plaza Hotel where many of New York City's stylish stores were located like Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman's and Bonwitt Teller's. (E. Blakelock)

Status

Not on view