1948-1950 Tai Ping Co. Chinese Silver Pagoda Exhibition Flyer San Francisco

This vintage ephemera is a promotional flyer for the Chinese Silver Pagoda exhibition held by Tai Ping Co. at 701 Grant Avenue in San Francisco's Chinatown during California's Three Centennial Years (1948-1950). Printed on yellow paper with intricate black line art, it features a detailed drawing of the Chinese Silver Pagoda, a remarkable piece made of 90% fine Chinese silver weighing 1300 pounds, adorned with Chinese wood carvings and silk embroidery panels. The flyer measures approximately 9.5 x 7 inches.The flyer provides a rich historical context, describing the pagoda's origins, its unique craftsmanship, and the extensive effort of over 150 skilled artisans over 17 years to complete this masterpiece. It also highlights the pagoda's religious and cultural significance in China, its exhibition in department stores and museums across the US, and the fact that proceeds from viewing contributed to Chinese War Relief. The reverse side displays a charming hand-drawn map of San Francisco landmarks surrounding Chinatown, adding collectible and visual appeal.A fascinating piece for collectors of Chinese-American history, 1940s ephemera, and cultural exhibitions, this flyer reflects the artistic, educational, and historical value of the Chinese Silver Pagoda and its celebrated display in mid-20th-century San Francisco.

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