"Kelvinator Refrigerator"

DateDecember 1932

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Kathleen Speake, 1985.

Object number1985.043.009

Label TextThe 1932 Kelvinator advertisement shows the range of foods that could be stored for later use when using an electric refrigerator. Households no longer had to shop daily for fresh foods when they could be kept fresh at home. This painted advertisement is one of many created by George Speake (1903-1981), an artist and signwriter who worked for C. E. Marley Limited. Speake worked for the company through its name changes, starting in the 1920's when it was called The Signry Limited and when it was renamed in 1927 to C.E. Marley Ltd. Outdoor Advertising, Electric Signs and Show Cards.

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