Advertising Process Photograph Showing Heinz Tomato Harvest, 1910-1925
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Entrepreneur H.J. Heinz recognized that producing high-quality products began with growing the best ingredients. He managed every aspect of the process including transportation of fruit from farm field to factory. After tomatoes were harvested, they were packed into baskets specially designed to reduce stress on the ripe fruit during transit. This ensured the best ingredients for his line of pickled foods, preserves, and condiments.
Entrepreneur H.J. Heinz recognized that producing high-quality products began with growing the best ingredients. He managed every aspect of the process including transportation of fruit from farm field to factory. After tomatoes were harvested, they were packed into baskets specially designed to reduce stress on the ripe fruit during transit. This ensured the best ingredients for his line of pickled foods, preserves, and condiments.
Artifact
Photographic print
Subject Date
circa 1910-1925
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh
Creator Notes
Made by Bartlett-Orr Press for H. J. Heinz Company.
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Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
53.41.1376
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of H.J. Heinz Co.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Cardboard
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Overpainting (Technique)
Mounting
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 18 in
Width: 10.25 in
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