Overview
A vibrant, die-cut lithographed metal sign featuring the iconic 'Schlitz Party' illustration style. This piece was designed as a point-of-sale display to promote the 32-ounce quart bottle during the height of…
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Overview
A vibrant, die-cut lithographed metal sign featuring the iconic 'Schlitz Party' illustration style. This piece was designed as a point-of-sale display to promote the 32-ounce quart bottle during the height of…
Story
Milwaukee became the center of the brewing universe in the mid-20th century, and Schlitz was its crown jewel. During the late 1950s, the company pivoted its marketing away from dark taverns and toward the bright, optimistic suburban living room.
Maker / Origin
The Joseph Schlitz Brewing Company was once the largest beer producer in the world, famously earning its reputation by sending a fleet of beer-laden ships to Chicago after the Great Fire of 1871.
Condition & Value
The sign shows authentic signs of age, including oxidation (rust) spots along the top edge and some light surface scuffing. The colors remain remarkably punchy and haven't suffered from significant UV fading.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Regional auction
· Jun 2024Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
$1,280
Dealer archive
· Mar 2024Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
$1,450
Marketplace sale
· Jan 2024Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
$980
Estate platform
· Oct 2023Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
$1,150
Auction result
· Aug 2023Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.
$1,375