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This is a vintage postcard featuring a scene from "MARIONETTES in SWINGTIME," presented by the makers of CHASE & SANBORN COFFEE at The New York World's Fair. The postcard captures Mr. Chase and Mr. Sanborn, depicted as marionettes, riding a tandem bicycle against a stage backdrop. This unique piece of ephemera commemorates a significant attraction from the 1939-40 New York World's Fair.The reverse side of the postcard provides details about The Standard Brands Marionette Show, described as one of the outstanding features of the New York World's Fair. It mentions the cast of marionettes of Edgar Bergen, Charlie McCarthy, Rudy Vallee, Don Ameche, and Dorothy Lamour, supported by a girl chorus, circus performers, animals, and others. All the puppets were made by the world-famous puppeteer, Miss Sue Hastings. This listing includes the single postcard as pictured.Verified Specifications:
Brand/Maker: Chase & Sanborn Coffee / Standard Brands Marionette Show
Item Type: Postcard
Era/Style: Vintage, 1939-1940 New York World's Fair
Material: Cardstock
Theme: Marionettes, Tandem Bicycle, World's Fair, Swingtime Show, Advertising
Features: Features Mr. Chase and Mr. Sanborn marionettes, references notable personalities and puppeteer Miss Sue Hastings
Included Components: 1 Postcard
Country of Origin: USA
