Henry's Gift Box
AssociationAssociated with
Henry's Fine Men's Wear
(Albuquerque, New Mexico, active second half of 20th century)
Dateca. 1960
Mediumcardboard
Dimensions5 1/4 × 14 1/4 × 1 1/8 in. (13.3 × 36.2 × 2.9 cm)
ClassificationsVessels & Containers
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Susan Elder
Object numberPC2006.47.3.1-2
DescriptionThis object is a gift box from Henry's, a prominent clothing store in Albuquerque, New Mexico, during the 1960s. The box is rectangular with a mustard-yellow color and features black printed text and graphics on the lid. The Henry’s logo, including a shield emblem with the letter “H,” is prominently displayed above the store name in a stylish script font. Below the logo, the text reads: "DOWNTOWN / 130 CORONADO CENTER / ALBUQUERQUE." The box’s lid fits snugly over the base, which contains a sheet of light blue tissue paper, suggesting its original use as packaging for clothing or accessories. The sturdy construction and elegant branding reflect the mid-century consumer culture and the significance of local department stores in Albuquerque’s economic and social life during that era. Henry's, with locations in both downtown Albuquerque and the Coronado Center, was a well-known local retailer, making this gift box a tangible reminder of Albuquerque’s retail history and the growth of suburban shopping centers during the postwar period. The clean, modern design of the box captures the aesthetic of the 1960s and its emphasis on simplicity and branding.On View
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