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One 11 inch high Aunt Jemima jar with removable top, figure is washing laundry.

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Keywords

Racism, Racial Stereotypes, Popular Culture, American Popular Culture, Discrimination, Aunt Jemima, Uncle Mose, Black Memorabilia, Americana, 20th Century America, Material Culture, Functional Items, Kitchen Items, Tableware, Cookie Jar, Salt and Pepper Shakers

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