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Artwork, proofs, and mechanicals, 1945-1985
Scope and Contents
This subseries contains graphical components, the bulk of which were used to design and print items such as posters, stickers or decals, postcards, bookmarks, placemats, magazine and newspaper advertisements, and other promotional materials. Much of this subseries consists of original artworks, mechanicals, and color proofs (positives and negatives). There are also several design drawings and plans for Smokey Bear-themed exhibits and presentations, most of which were created by artist Rudy Wendelin.
Dates
- Creation: 1945-1985
Creator
- From the Series: Advertising Council (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research. Portions of the collection remain unprocessed, and researchers may need extra time and assistance from staff to access these.
Language of Materials
From the Series: English
Physical Location
Materials in this subseries are located in:
Map Case 5, Drawers 21-25;
Map Case 6, Drawers 26-30;
Map Case 7, Drawers 31-35;
Map Case 8, Drawers 36-38 (Negatives);
Map Case 9, Drawers 44-45
File Boxes 46-47;
Oversize Box 48
Processing Information
The bulk of this subseries is not recommended for digitization due to low information value of the contents. Exception: the plans, designs, and sketches for Smokey exhibits and presentations in drawer 45, folders 1-9 would be good candidates for digitization (most of these include concept development drawings by Rudy Wendelin).
Repository Details
Part of the National Agricultural Library Special Collections Repository
National Agricultural Library
10301 Baltimore Avenue
Room 309
Beltsville Maryland 20705 USA
301-504-5876