Paper bag for Commercial Press

Title
Paper bag for Commercial Press
Year/Period
1960s
Region
Singapore
Material
Paper
Dimension
Object size: 35.6 x 24.9 cm
Accession No.
2008-01034
Collection of
National Museum of Singapore

Paper packaging was an important form of advertisement for businesses. With the shop’s name, address, and services printed on the packaging, it becomes a ‘walking’ advertisement when carried around.

 

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