1926 Ink Pen Blotter Boys Baseball Blue Bird Grape Soda Pop Bottle Pittsburgh PA
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About this product
This is a vintage multi-color ink blotter from the 1920s, originating from the United States. It features an advertisement for "Blue Bird Soda Pop Drink Grape Juice" and depicts boys playing baseball, likely associated with Pittsburgh, PA. As a type of advertising ephemera, it served the practical purpose of absorbing excess ink from fountain pens while promoting a beverage brand.
Our take
As a collector of vintage advertising or baseball memorabilia, this 1926 ink blotter is quite a charming piece. Its multi-color design and depiction of boys playing baseball, combined with the Blue Bird Grape Soda Pop advertising, make it a distinct item from the 1920s. It’s a nice little slice of Americana, showcasing early advertising art and the cultural importance of both baseball and regional brands. While its practical use as an ink blotter is long past, its historical and nostalgic value is clear for those who appreciate such unique ephemera from the United States.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 1926 date of creation
- Multi-color design
- Features baseball theme
- Vintage Blue Bird Soda Pop advertising
- Originates from the United States
Cons
- Limited practical use
- Specific niche collecting interest
Specifications
- Country of Origin United States
- Brand Blue Bird Soda Pop Drink Grape Juice
- Type of Advertising Ink Blotter
- Color Multi-color
- Date of Creation 1920's
