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Aunt Jemima prints, 1916, 1921, undated

 Item — Box: 4 (Oversize)
Identifier: Series VI

Scope and Contents

From the Series:

The artwork collected by Sharon Patton is based on the theme of African-American popular stereotypes from the first part of the 20th century. Included are two salt and pepper shaker figurines, a "cotton novelty" ornament, and four prints (three of Aunt Jemima advertisements, and one of a Gold Dust advertisement). The receipts of her purchases (1991,1995) are also included.

Dates

  • Creation: 1916, 1921, undated

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Series 1. Biographical is restricted.

Full Extent

3 Items

Language of Materials

From the Series: English

Repository Details

Part of the Oberlin College Archives Repository

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