Eisenhower "I Like Ike" Can, ca. 1952
Cornell University Political Americana Collection
Collection: Cornell University Political Americana Collection
ID Number: 2214.BB0274a
Title: Eisenhower "I Like Ike" Can, ca. 1952
Date Made: ca. 1952
Party: Republican
Election: 1952
Item Count: 1
Classification: Decorative Arts; Metalwork
Object Type: Cans
Measurements: Can: 4 3/4 x 2 3/4 in.; 12.065 x 6.985 cm
Materials & Techniques: Metal; Painting (Coating)
Notes: Metal can with two images of Republican elephant carrying "I LIKE IKE" flag on side. Item may be a flat-topped beer can, but top has been completely removed. Item donor Susan H. Douglas dates can to the 1952 Presidential campaign. This catalog number covers a single can identical to case of 24 "IKE" cans (2214.BB0274), stored separately.
Subjects: Eisenhower, Dwight D.; Symbols; Animals; Elephants; Republican Party; Flags; Politics; Promotional materials
Repository: Susan H. Douglas Political Americana Collection, #2214?Rare & Manuscript Collections?Cornell University Library?Cornell University
Related Objects: Related?Case of Eisenhower "I Like Ike" Cans, ca. 1952?0
Political Figures
Political Figure: Eisenhower, Dwight D.
Biography: American, 1890-1969
Relationship: Presidential Candidate