Object Details
Physical Description
White handkerchief with an image of Lindbergh. The image is of Lindbergh's head only, and it is black and white. Above the image the text reads "So This is Paris!" Below the image the text reads: "LINDY!" Compliments of the MULTISTAMP Co. of New York, New York City. The top left corner is embroidered with flowers.
Summary
On May 20-21, 1927, Charles Lindbergh literally flew into history when he crossed the Atlantic Ocean in his Ryan NYP Spirit of St. Louis, thus becoming the first pilot to fly solo and nonstop from New York to Paris. This flight made Lindbergh a household name and catapulted him into fame and celebrity. The objects of popular culture in the National Collection display everything from ashtrays to wristwatches reflect the public adulation for Lindbergh and the powerful commercial response to his celebrity. More than 75 years after the Spirit's historic flight, Lindbergh's name still has the power help sell manufactured goods.
Long Description
On May 20-21, 1927, Charles Lindbergh literally flew into history when he crossed the Atlantic Ocean in his Ryan NYP Spirit of St. Louis, thus becoming the first pilot to fly solo and nonstop from New York to Paris. This flight made Lindbergh a household name and catapulted him into fame and celebrity. The objects of popular culture in the National Collection display everything from ashtrays to wristwatches reflect the public adulation for Lindbergh and the powerful commercial response to his celebrity. More than 75 years after the Spirit's historic flight, Lindbergh's name still has the power help sell manufactured goods.
Credit Line
Gift of the Stanley King Family
Inventory Number
A20040292114
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
MEMORABILIA-Popular Culture
Materials
Cotton
Dimensions
2-D - Unframed (H x W): 25.4 x 26.7cm (10 in. x 10 1/2 in.)
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A20040292114