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An early 1900's papier mache sculptural advertisement for the Chi-Namel brand, developed by the Ohio Varnish Compay. The figure is …
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An early 1900's papier mache sculptural advertisement for the Chi-Namel brand, developed by the Ohio Varnish Compay. The figure is shown in traditional Chinese dress with a queue braid often worn by the peoples of Manchuria. His robe is decorated with the brand name CHI-NAMEL on the body and the arm. In his right hand is a wooden paint brush.
The Ohio Varnish Company was established in Cleveland in 1881, but did not gain prominence until it introduced its "Chi-Namel" brand name in 1901. Widespread advertising and in-store demonstrations promoted Chi-Namel products for coating almost every surface within the home - walls, floors, furniture - as well as exterior surfaces including motor boats, automobiles and airplanes. The Ohio Varnish Company was liquidated in the 1930s; however, Chi-Namel products continued to be offered under the banner of the Chi-Namel Paint and Varnish Company until at least the early 1950s.
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- Dimensions
- 27ʺW × 22ʺD × 30ʺH
- Styles
- Chinoiserie
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper Mache
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Yellow
- Condition Notes
- Some wear, consistent with age and use. Some wear, consistent with age and use. less
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