A striking circular tin advertising tray for Hawk Eye Pickles, produced for the Burlington Vinegar and Pickle Works of Burlington, Iowa. A boldly rendered hawk dominates the golden-yellow ground, with oversized shaded lettering and a contrasting red border bearing the company’s name and location.
An especially appealing piece of early food advertising, combining strong typography, rich colors, and a commanding bird portrait. Surface wear, scattered lithographic losses, scratches, and oxidation throughout, as illustrated.
Dimensions: approx 9 3/4 inches in diameter
Provenance: fresh to market from a lifetime Midwest collection