Published by
Unidentified
Subject of
Walker, Madam C.J., American, 1867 - 1919
Walker, Madam C.J. Manufacturing Company, American, founded 1906
Walker, A'Lelia, American, 1885 - 1931
Walker, Mae, American, 1898 - 1945
Unidentified Woman or Women
Date
1906-1950
Medium
ink on paper
Dimensions
Sheet: H x W: 21 3/8 x 15 5/16 in. (54.3 x 38.9 cm)
Frame: H x W: 22 7/8 x 16 7/8 in. (58.1 x 42.9 cm)
Description
Double-sided full-page advertisement for Madam C. J. Walker. Yellowed paper printed in dark brown. The front features various images including a portrait of Walker, at top left, a portrait of A'Lelia Walker, top right, and Mae Walker, bottom left. It also shows an image of a large building, images of Walker's products. Text at the top reads "From A Slave Cabin to Riches / and a Benefactress to Her Race / The Spirit of Mme. C.J. Walker / Still Lives as is Evidenced in the / Conclusion of Her Life's Fondest Dream." The reverse is titled at the top, "Attractive Faces and Beautiful Hair / are the symbols of success!" Underneath are two illustrations. One shows a woman having her hair washed. The other shows a woman sitting at a vanity. At the center of the page is a white partial-oval with brown text titled "Mme. C.J. Walker's Preparations/ HOW TO USE THEM TO GET ACTUAL RESULTS." Images of Walker's products are arranged around the oval. The advertisement is housed in a gold-painted wooden frame with clear glass on each side.
Classification
Memorabilia and Ephemera - Advertisements
Type
advertisements
Topic
Advertising
Beauty culture
Business
Women
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of A'Lelia Bundles / Madam Walker Family Archives
Object number
2013.153.11.2
Restrictions & Rights
Unknown - Restrictions Possible
Rights assessment and proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5193d9db0-7d62-423d-bc6b-5aed33d0df89

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