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Forget-Me-Not, from the series Floral Beauties and Language of Flowers (N75
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Forget-Me-Not, from the series Floral Beauties and Language of Flowers (N75
Forget-Me-Not, from the series Floral Beauties and Language of Flowers (N75) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1892
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American Tobacco American Tobacco Company Bonnet Collectible Commercial Color Lithograph Company American Tobacco Donaldson Brothers Donaldson Lithograph Co Donaldson Lithograph Company Duke Duke Cigarettes Duke James Buchanan Duke Sons And Co Duke Sons And Company Duke W Sons Co Forget Me Not James Buchanan James Buchanan Duke Language Of Flowers Sons And Co Tobacco Company W Duke Sons And Co W Duke Sons And Company W Duke Sons Co W Duke Sons Company Lithotint
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Floral Elegance - A Delicate Reminder of the Past
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. This 19th-century lithograph, titled "Forget-Me-Not" is part of the renowned series Floral Beauties and Language of Flowers. Created in 1892 by Donaldson Brothers for Duke brand cigarettes, it showcases the exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail that defined American tobacco advertising during this era. The print features a charming young woman adorned with a bonnet and elegant clothing, epitomizing Victorian fashion. She delicately holds a bouquet of forget-me-not flowers, symbolizing everlasting love and remembrance. The vibrant colors meticulously applied through commercial color lithography bring life to each petal and leaf. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this artwork reflects an important aspect of American industrial history. It represents the rise of James Buchanan Duke's tobacco empire - W. Duke Sons & Co. , which later became known as the American Tobacco Company. This iconic image was used as a collectible cigarette card distributed with their products. Preserved at The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met), this lithograph serves as a testament to both artistic excellence and cultural significance in early 20th-century America. Its enduring beauty transports us back in time while reminding us of our connection to nature's wonders. As we admire this forgotten gem from yesteryears, let it serve as an enchanting reminder that some things should never be forgotten - like the intricate artistry captured within these delicate petals or the stories they whisper about our shared heritage.
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