Hat Box and Delivery Tag
MakerMade by
Georgette Auerbach
(1916 - 2004)
RetailerSold by
G. Fox and Co.
(American, founded 1847)
MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1960
MediumPrinted paper, cardboard satin braided cord and brass eyelets
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x diameter): 6 3/4 x 11in. (17.1 x 27.9cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Richard Koopman
Object number1999.88.8a-c
DescriptionRound, two-piece hatbox covered with paper printed in blue and black with images to commemorate the centennial of G. Fox & Co. These images include the Tower of Trinity Chapel, the Travelers Insurance Co., the Old State House, the Aetna Life Insurance Co., and G. Fox & Co. A twisted satin cord in "Connecticut blue" forms a handle and the original delivery tag is still attached, addressed to Georgette Koopman, 17 Brookside Boulevard, West Hartford, CT 06107.
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2007 June 7
