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Seven Hearts (red), from the Playing Cards series (N84) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888
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Seven Hearts (red), from the Playing Cards series (N84) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888
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Card Cards Chromolithograph Cigarette Cigarettes Collectible Commercial Color Lithograph Duke Duke W Sons Co Game Playing Cards Sons And Co Sons And Company W Duke Sons And Company W Duke Sons Co Pastime
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Seven Hearts (red), from the Playing Cards series (N84) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888. This vibrant and captivating chromolithograph print captures a piece of American history in the late 19th century. Produced by W. Duke Sons & Co. , this cigarette card was part of a collectible series that accompanied their popular Duke brand cigarettes. The image showcases a beautifully detailed playing card featuring seven hearts, rendered in striking red hues against a richly colored background. The intricate design and meticulous craftsmanship make it clear why these cards were highly sought after by collectors during that era. As an artifact of leisure and pastime, this card represents the growing popularity of smoking as well as the cultural significance attached to playing cards at the time. It offers us a glimpse into an era when indulging in games and enjoying tobacco products were considered fashionable pursuits. Preserved within The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, this lithograph serves as a testament to America's commercial art industry during the late 19th century. Its presence in such esteemed surroundings ensures its legacy will endure for generations to come. This remarkable piece invites us to reflect on our nation's history while appreciating the artistic skill behind its creation. It stands as both an emblematic representation of American culture and an exquisite example of color lithography from that period.
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