Coca-Cola Uncle Remus Cutout 1931


September 28th, 2010   |   1 Comment   |   1930 – 1950
1932 Coca-Cola Uncle Remus Cutout That Sparked Copyright Lawsuit

1932 Coca-Cola Uncle Remus Cutout That Sparked Copyright Lawsuit

In 1932, the Coca-Cola Company issued a children’s cutout based on the Uncle Remus stories. The Company had negotiated rights with the publisher, Appleton, to use the Arthur Frost illustrations on the advertising. Mrs. Harris sued for copyright infringement. Ultimately, the courts ruled in favor of the Company. While Mrs. Harris had the rights to the stories, the illustrations belonged to the publisher.


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  1. Faye Smith says:

    Can you tell me any more on the Uncle Remus and the happy animals? I acquired 4 pieces cut-out at a recent auction. Is there any value for them being cut? Appreciate any information you can give me. Thanks.

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