The Photographer from Morning Glory Maidens series (N285) issued by D. Buchner & Co.

Publisher Issued by D. Buchner & Co., New York American
Lithographer Donaldson Brothers American
ca.1888
Not on view
The Photographer from Morning Glory Maidens series (N285). Issued ca.1888 by D. Buchner & Co., New York to promote Morning Glory Tobacco. Back advertises "Finest" or "Bravest" Chewing and Smoking Tobacco. Cards can be redeemed for different products such as a "silk umbrella" or "bronze clock". Unnumbered cards. 51 known subjects. Poster-like illustration depicting a sport, occupation or month of the year. Three different backs in set. Donaldson Brothers lithographer.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: The Photographer from Morning Glory Maidens series (N285) issued by D. Buchner & Co.
  • Publisher: Issued by D. Buchner & Co., New York (American, 19th century)
  • Lithographer: Donaldson Brothers (American, New York)
  • Date: ca.1888
  • Medium: Commercial color lithograph
  • Dimensions: Sheet: 3 13/16 × 2 3/16 in. (9.7 × 5.5 cm)
  • Classifications: Prints, Ephemera
  • Credit Line: The Jefferson R. Burdick Collection, Gift of Jefferson R. Burdick
  • Object Number: Burdick 222, N285.36
  • Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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