Kodak Kodak Girl Wooden Advertising Thermometer
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This arched wooden thermometer is a classic piece of "Kodakiana," utilizing one of the most successful marketing icons in history: The Kodak Girl. Originally introduced in 1893, the "Kodak Girl" was used for decades to show that photography was an adventurous, fashionable, and easy hobby for everyone. This specific sign features a famous c. 1910-1914 illustration of the Girl with a parasol and a folding camera, accompanied by the legendary slogan: "If it isn't an Eastman, it isn't a Kodak." While the imagery is early 20th century, the construction—specifically the faux-crackle finish on the wood and the dual Celsius/Fahrenheit scale—indicates this is a high-quality promotional reproduction likely produced for camera shops or collectors in the late 20th century. It serves as a beautiful tribute to the brand's marketing genius that turned "Kodak" into a household verb.Category
Collectible