Nissan Leaf Emblem, 2011

Summary

Car model names might seem straightforward (especially once they are well-established and familiar) but most are masterpieces of allusion, rife with references to glamorous locations, social rank, rugged environment -- all tied to the self-image and aspirations of potential car buyers. Different styles of lettering -- whether bold, high-tech, freehand, or formal -- offer further reinforcement to the power of a model name.

Car model names might seem straightforward (especially once they are well-established and familiar) but most are masterpieces of allusion, rife with references to glamorous locations, social rank, rugged environment -- all tied to the self-image and aspirations of potential car buyers. Different styles of lettering -- whether bold, high-tech, freehand, or formal -- offer further reinforcement to the power of a model name.

Artifact

Nameplate

Date Made

2011

Creators

Nissan Motor Corporation in U.S.A. 

Creator Notes

Made for Nissan Motor Corporation.

Driving America
 On Exhibit

at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America

Object ID

2011.309.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Metal

Technique

Plating (Metal coating)

Color

Silver (Color)

Dimensions

Height : 0.875 in

Width: 6.5 in

Inscriptions

Forms: LEAF On packaging: NISSAN / GENIUNE PARTS / EMBLEM-REAR / 90892-3NAOA

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