November 13-15, 2024 The Jim & MaryBeth Fischer Breweriana Collection
The live portion of this session begins on Wednesday, November 13, 2024.
C. 1888. An exquisite oversized lithograph which was used to promote the Anheuser-Busch "The Hostess" pink dress woman. She was used in numerous advertisements. Potentially the original production pieces, prior to this image being used or one of the original proofs made to promote this advertising image moving forward. The lithograph is a heavier paper cardboard mounted in an incredible and highly detailed mahogany and marbled wood frame with a brass plaque at the bottom, marked "The Hostess" Anheuser-Busch Co. 1888. The only known example of this size of this lithograph known to exist. CONDITION: The lithograph shows some overall general wear, staining and discoloration. The colors are brilliant. The lithograph shows some general scratching and light crinkling throughout. There is a significant wear spot on the top middle to the left of the top bottle, as well as staining. It has some apparent restoration through the lettering ,"The Hostess," on the bottom middle. The frame is extremely heavy and has some general wear and chipping to the wood.
This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made.
Condition: (7).
Item Dimensions: Frame: 62 - 1/2" x 5" x 28".