Tintex dye box

Dateca. 1940

Mediumcardboard, paper, dye

Dimensionsbox: 3 3/4 × 2 1/2 × 1/2 in. (9.5 × 6.4 × 1.3 cm)
dye packet: 3 1/2 × 2 1/4 × 1/8 in. (8.9 × 5.7 × 0.3 cm)

ClassificationsVessels & Containers

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Irene Sanchez-Iverson

Object numberPC2004.15.1.1

DescriptionThis cream colored box contains a packet of Tintex dye. The front cover of the box reads " All-Fabric / Tintex / Tints & Dyes" in blue, red, and black lettering. An illustration of a woman holding up a garment of clothing is showcased in the center, followed by text, stating that the product is "Scientifically formulated to dye ALL natural and / modern synthetic fabrics", and continues to list fabrics like rayon, nylon, silk, wool, cotton, aralac, and more. The back of the box contains additional information as well as directions. Similarly, a small paper accompanies the box, listing more information about Tintex products.

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