1951 Ad Container Corporation America Thomas Jefferson Quote Hans Moller YFT7

$43.95 USD

This is an original 1951 color print ad for the Container Corporation of America that features a quotation about freedom of the press from American founding father, Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826), who served as the third President of the United States, that reads; "No government ought to be without censors; and where the press is free, no one ever will. If virtuous, it need not fear the fair operation of attack and defense. Nature has given to man no other means of sifting out the truth, either in religion, law, or politics." The ad also features an illustration by Hans Moller.

CONDITION

This 62+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. Light creasing. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Some light surface rub. Small tear - right margin.

Product Type: Original Print Ad; Color
Grade: Very Fine ++
Dimensions: Approximately 10 x 13 inches; 25 x 33 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 Moller, Hans. Artist signature in print - bottom right of image.

Keywords specific to this image: Vintage Advertising, Art, Patriotic, Government, Political, 4th of July, Declaration of Independence

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