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Framed Print : Six Hearts (red), from the Playing Cards series (N84) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888
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Six Hearts (red), from the Playing Cards series (N84) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888
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Media ID 20291116
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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
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Six Hearts (red) Framed Print from Media Storehouse's Playing Cards series (N84) for Duke brand cigarettes, an intriguing piece of tobacco history. This vintage image, taken in 1888, showcases six red hearts from a classic deck of playing cards, adding an air of elegance and mystery to any space. The high-quality print is beautifully framed, making it a unique and eye-catching addition to your home or office decor. Bring a piece of the past into the present with this stunning, collectible piece from Heritage Images.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.5cm x 39.6cm (8.1" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vibrant and captivating chromolithograph, titled "Six Hearts (red), from the Playing Cards series (N84) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888" is a true gem from the late 19th century. Created by an unknown artist, this stunning print showcases the exquisite craftsmanship of commercial color lithography during that era. The image features a single playing card - the Six of Hearts - which was part of a collectible series produced exclusively for Duke brand cigarettes. The intricate details and rich colors bring this card to life, making it a desirable item for both collectors and enthusiasts alike. Displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, this piece offers us a glimpse into American leisure activities during the 19th century. Cigarette cards were popular pastimes among smokers who enjoyed collecting these small treasures while indulging in their favorite vice. As we admire this artwork today, we can appreciate its historical significance as well as its artistic value. It serves as a reminder of how advertising and consumer culture have evolved over time. This particular print represents an era when cigarette companies used beautiful illustrations to entice customers to choose their products. While we may not know the specific artist behind this masterpiece or its original purpose beyond promoting Duke brand cigarettes, we can still marvel at its beauty and recognize it as an important artifact from America's past.
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