Spanish Castanets from Musical Instruments series (N286) issued by D. Buchner & Co.
Spanish Castanets from Morning Glory Maidens series (N285) issued by D. Buchner & Co., New York. Issued in 1888 by D. Buchner & Co. to promote chewing and smoking tobacco products. Cards can be redeemed for different products such as a "silk umbrella" or "bronze clock". 51 unnumbered cards with 1 football card. Poster-like illustration depicting a sport, occupation or month of the year. Three different backs in set. Donaldson Brothers lithographer.
Artwork Details
- Title: Spanish Castanets from Musical Instruments series (N286) 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 7/8 × 2 3/16 in. (9.9 × 5.5 cm)
- Classifications: Prints, Ephemera
- Credit Line: The Jefferson R. Burdick Collection, Gift of Jefferson R. Burdick
- Object Number: Burdick 222, N286.4
- Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints
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