This is an original 1912 black and white print ad for Palmolive Soap from the B. J. Johnson Soap Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. By the 1900s, Palmolive was the best-selling soap on the market. Palmolive was heavily advertised and had its own radio program known as "The Palmolive Hour" beginning in 1927.
CONDITION
This 99+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Small crease - top left corner. No natural defects. Some light surface rub. No tears. No water damage. There is light bleed through in this image.
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Product Type: Original Print Ad; Black / White
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Grade: Very Fine ++
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Dimensions: Approximately 6.5 x 9.5 inches; 17 x 24 cm
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Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
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Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)
Keywords specific to this image: 520 Fowler St, Hygiene, Bath, Beauty, Olive Oil Vintage Advertising
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