1934 Ad Kimberly Clark Aztec Mexico Giovanni Paoli 1539 - ORIGINAL FT1

This is an original 1934 color print ad for Kleerfect, the perfect printing paper from the Kimberly-Clark Corporation of Neenah, Wisconsin. The ad has a nice illustration of the arrival of the first printing press in the New World which was sent by Spanish printer John Kromberger in 1539. Under the management of Giovanni Paoli at least eight books were published.

CONDITION

This 77+ year old Item is rated Near Mint. No aging. No creases. No tears. No water damage. Very well preserved.

• Product Type: Original Print Ad; Full Color
• Grade: Near Mint
• Dimensions: Approximately 10.5 x 14 inches; 27 x 36 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

This piece was illustrated by Klep, Rolf. Artist signature in print - bottom right of image.

Rolf Klep

Rolf Klep (1904-1981) studied at the University of Oregon and eventually founded the Rolf and Alice Klep Collection at the school. Klep worked for Fortune magazine starting in 1935, and also provided artwork for Life magazine and Collier's. Klep founded the Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria, Oregon.

Keywords specific to this image: Vintage Advertising

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