1920 Ad Richardson Mercerized Cottons Silk Embroidery Crochet Needlework TMP2 With Mastercard

This is a rare original 1920 color print ad for RIchardson’s Mercerized Cottons by the Richardson Silk Company, located at 305 W. Adams Street in Chicago.

CONDITION

This 91+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. Light aging throughout. Light creasing. No natural defects. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Print Ad; Color
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
• Dimensions: Approximately 9.75 x 13.5 inches; 25 x 34 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 McMein, Neysa Moran. Artist signature in print – bottom right of image.

Neysa Moran McMein

(1890-1949) Born in Quincy, Illinois, Neysa Moran McMein received her training at the Art Institute of Chicago. She was known for her portraits of beautiful young women. Her work appeared in Life, McCalls, McClures, WomanÕs Home Companion, Photoplay, and The Saturday Evening Post.

Keywords specific to this image: Vintage Advertising, Needlepoint, Yarn

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