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19th Century Trade Cards

Antique illustrations from trade cards, depicting tobacco products, cotton, and whimsical characters, embodying vintage advertising styles.

Flowery R Date: 1890s
Flowery R Date: 1890s
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Solace , Smokeless tobacco, 19th Century American Trade CardsTesting Clark's O.N.T. spool cotton , Boys, Thread, Cotton, Pulleys, 19th Century American Trade CardsToboggan, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 4) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889 Issued by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company Trade cards from the "Novelties" series (N228), issued in 1889 to promote Kinney Tobacco Company. There are five types of card within the series. Type 1 cards are round. Type 2 cards are round with colored borders. Type 3 cards are die cut to the shape of a novelty item. Type 4 are also die cut with embossing. Type 5 depict novelties on a rectangular card. Finally, Type 6 are die cut in the shape of an egg.. Toboggan, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 4) issued by Kinney Bros.. 1889. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by Kinney Brothers Tobacco CompanyClark's Mile-End 24 Spool Cotton. Clark's Mile-End 24 Spool CottonRock-a-bye baby, thy cradle is green ; father's a nobleman, mother's a queen. , Women, Thread, Cotton, Cradles, Infants, 19th Century American Trade CardsFlowery R Date: 1890sTrade cards with warnings for children depicting eating, a broken doll and cutting clothing.. Trade cards. 1876 - 1890. The Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs: Print Collection. Children, WarningsKeystone, Keystone improved silver watch cases, solid silver and plate ware clocks. Repairing fine jewelry. I get more runs, than any other player, the Keystone bat is always with the winner; I make the hardest hits, and when I find my watch has never stopped - I go to dinner.. Keystone, Keystone improved silver watch cases, solid silver and plate ware clocks. Repairing fine jewelry. I get more runs, than any other player, the Keystone bat is always with the winner; I make the hardest hits, and when I find my watch has never stopped - I go to dinner.CPC brand cosmetics from 1926. Can of Daphne bath salts, box of Daphne glycerine soap. Box of three Vernafleur cold cream toilet soap and box of Vernafleur Adherent Powder. Chromolithograph by an unknown artist from the California Perfume Company (later Avon) product catalog, New York, Kansas, Montreal, 1926.Horseshoe, from the Miniature Novelties series (N120) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1891 Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. Trade cards from the "Miniature Novelties'" series (N120), issued in an unnumbered set in 1891 by W. Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco. Although each card verso states that there are 25 cards in the series, there are 26 variations of known cards. The set was released in 1891 after W. Duke Sons & Co. merged with The American Tobacco Company.. Horseshoe, from the Miniature Novelties series (N120) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco. 1891. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. (New York and Durham, N.C.)Hand mirror with woman in ruffled white collar, from the Novelties series (N122) issued by Gail & Ax Tobacco to promote Navy Long Cut 1889 Issued by Gail & Ax Tobacco Trade cards from the "Novelties'" series (N122), issued in an unnumbered set of 25 cards in 1889 by Gail & Ax to promote the Navy Long Cut brand. The set was also published in the same year by W. Duke, Sons and Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco.. Hand mirror with woman in ruffled white collar, from the Novelties series (N122) issued by Gail & Ax Tobacco to promote Navy Long Cut. 1889. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by Gail & Ax TobaccoGoldfinch, from the Birds of America series (N37) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888 Issued by Allen & Ginter American Trade cards from the "Birds of America" series (N37), issued in 1888 in a set of 50 cards to promote Allen & Ginter brand cigarettes. Series N37 reproduces the cards from N4 in a larger size.. Goldfinch, from the Birds of America series (N37) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 422075Parachute descent by Garnerin, 1797.. Cigarette cards, Trade cards. George Arents CollectionJames Pyle's Pearline , Boys, Household soap, 19th Century American Trade CardsQuince, from the Fruits series (N12) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1891 Issued by Allen & Ginter American Trade cards from the "Fruits" series (N12), issued in 1891 in a set of 50 cards to promote Allen & Ginter brand cigarettes.. Quince, from the Fruits series (N12) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 407904Keep your eye on Kerr's thread, 'sure to please' , Children, Dogs, Thread, Cotton, 19th Century American Trade CardsSoapine, Kendall M'f'g. Co. home soap. Soapine, Kendall M'f'g. Co. home soapCPC cosmetics gift box for men, 1927. Aromatic Bay Rum, Lilac Vegetal, Bayberry Shaving Cream, White Lilac Talcum Powder, Menthol Witch Hazel Cream, and shaving stick. Chromolithograph by an unknown artist from the California Perfume Company (later Avon) product catalog, New York, Kansas, Montreal, 1927.Pomegranate, from the Fruits series (N12) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1891 Issued by Allen & Ginter American Trade cards from the "Fruits" series (N12), issued in 1891 in a set of 50 cards to promote Allen & Ginter brand cigarettes.. Pomegranate, from the Fruits series (N12) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 407903Indian club, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 5) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889 Issued by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company Trade cards from the "Novelties" series (N228), issued in 1889 to promote Kinney Tobacco Company. There are five types of card within the series. Type 1 cards are round. Type 2 cards are round with colored borders. Type 3 cards are die cut to the shape of a novelty item. Type 4 are also die cut with embossing. Type 5 depict novelties on a rectangular card. Finally, Type 6 are die cut in the shape of an egg.. Indian club, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 5) issued by Kinney Bros.. 1889. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by Kinney Brothers Tobacco CompanyWestland Safety Lamp Company , Girls, Costumes, Sunflowers, Home furnishings stores, Light fixture stores, 19th Century American Trade CardsMatchbox labels, from the Swedish industrial and trading museum.Udevalla - Örebro. (Vulcan).Cottage Range , Stoves, 19th Century American Trade CardsValentine - Mechanical, Cupids with safe and money ca. 1875 Anonymous, American, 19th century. Valentine - Mechanical, Cupids with safe and money. Anonymous, American, 19th century. ca. 1875. Heavy card stock, chromolithography, brass grommetMatchbox labels, from the Swedish industrial and trading museum.Geography. Oriental and colony motifs.Spain, from the National Flags series (N195) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1891 Issued by William S. Kimball & Company Trade cards from the "National Flags" series (N195), issued in 1891 by W.S. Kimball & Co. to promote Hard Tack Cut Plug and Mechanics' Long Cut Tobacco.. Spain, from the National Flags series (N195) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co.. 1891. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by William S. Kimball & Company Lifebuoy Soap - saves life Date: 1900Soapine French Laundry soap - dirt killer , Women, Targets Sports, Bows Archery, Arrows, Household soap, 19th Century American Trade CardsEmbroidery, 19th century. Silk crown, embroidered in small stitch on tulle, with roses and forget-me-not and central paper figure of a child.Coins from different countries with symbolic people, Dinero from Peru, Historical, digital reproduction of a collector's card from the 19th century .New and entertaining goose game, 1885 print. gameboard Goose board game with spiral with compartments numbered from 1 to 63. In a few boxes of geese. In the large central compartment the title and an image of a mother with her children around a table playing goose board. Title in the upper margin, bottom left the rules in book print. Amsterdam paper letterpress printing goose-game. board-games. board-games of chanceBeatl is a word that will soon be well known as word 'china' - for Beatl is the name of the wonderful new material that is rapidly replacing china and glass everywhere. Not only for table ware is Beatl used, but for titles, panels, electric fittings and a host of other purposes. Beatl is British made. A synthetic powder (invented by British Cyanides Company). This powder is moulded under heat and pressure to attain the amazing durability, the lovely polished surface and the fascinating transThis book mark will keep your place when reading and also keep you in mind that no perfume is so fragrant and lasting as Hoyt's German Cologne. , Children, Bottles, Perfumes, Toothpaste, 19th Century American Trade CardsThe babies thrive on McFerran Shallcross & Co. Magnolia hams. The babies thrive on McFerran Shallcross & Co. Magnolia hamsChase & Sanborn's package teas. Each occupies a place by itself in the kingdom of tea. , Tea, 19th Century American Trade Cards'The famous Ipswich clams' , Clams, Tichnor Brothers Collection, postcards of the United StatesEngland, 1 Sovereign, from the series Coins of All Nations (N72, variation 1) for Duke brand cigarettes 1889 Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. American Trade cards from the "Coins of All Nations" (N72), issued in a set of 50 cards in 1889 to promote W. Duke Sons & Co. brand cigarettes. There are two variations within the series. Version one (variation 1) maintains a white background on the cards and the second version (variation 2) displays a shaded background.. England, 1 Sovereign, from the series Coins of All Nations (N72, variation 1) for Duke brand cigarettes. 1889. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. (New York and Durham, N.C.)Look for our trademark the "Lily" and the word "Fibrotta" on every article. None genuine without it. Clean and durable. Dirty and destructable.. Look for our trademark the "Lily" and the word "Fibrotta" on every article. None genuine without it. Clean and durable. Dirty and destructable.Favorite Jos. L. Joyce & Co. New Haven, Conn. , Shoes, 19th Century American Trade CardsMerry Xmas, 1942. Stirrup Cup Castle. Oakdale, N. Y. , Tichnor Brothers Collection, postcards of the United StatesThree men are working at making metal objects such as bowls, spoons, goblets and jugs, some tools of their trade are hanging on the walls. Coloured etching.Indian club, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 4) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889 Issued by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company Trade cards from the "Novelties" series (N228), issued in 1889 to promote Kinney Tobacco Company. There are five types of card within the series. Type 1 cards are round. Type 2 cards are round with colored borders. Type 3 cards are die cut to the shape of a novelty item. Type 4 are also die cut with embossing. Type 5 depict novelties on a rectangular card. Finally, Type 6 are die cut in the shape of an egg.. Indian club, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 4) issued by Kinney Bros.. 1889. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by Kinney Brothers Tobacco CompanyColor play the star role , Tichnor Brothers Collection, postcards of the United StatesMatchbox labels, from the Swedish industrial and trading museum. (The Lancer).Clean up with French Laundry soap.. Clean up with French Laundry soap.Post-mortem portrait of a baby, Anonymous, 1856 photograph copper (metal). glass. leather. velvet (fabric weave) historical persons. infant, baby. the corpseA watercolor and pencil drawing by Peter Fendi depicts a toy basket, created in 1837, highlighting objects and their arrangement.Charles F. Saul, successor to Tobey & Saul, seeds, hardware &c. 17 & 19 E. Water St., Hanover Sq., Syracuse, N. Y.. Charles F. Saul, successor to Tobey & Saul, seeds, hardware &c. 17 & 19 E. Water St., Hanover Sq., Syracuse, N. Y.Abart-day fantasy items, saxes, rococo flowers L. Puchaux. Shade, fantasy items, Saxes, Rococo flowers. Photomechanical printing after a photograph of J. Fran�ois.John Kelly's fine shoes, Rochester, N. Y.. John Kelly's fine shoes, Rochester, N. Y.Advertisement for Fox's umbrella frames.Bonita De Luxe cartons are welcomes. Gifts on every occasion, prices quoted on reverse side. , Tichnor Brothers Collection, postcards of the United StatesVintage advertisement for the Monroe RefrigeratorCoins from various countries with symbolic people, Centimes from Haiti, Historical, digital reproduction of a collector's card from the 19th century .Company label,business card of the shoemaker Wenzel Zytek, Rothgassel to the English, City , Vienna , UnknownOne Penny Black, the world's first postage stamp by Philately / Private Collection / c. 1840 / Great Britain / Colour lithograph / Objects /Japan/China/Korea: Mitsui Company manufactured 'Golden Bat' cigarette packet from the 1930sMatchbox labels, from the Swedish industrial and trading museum.Udevalla - Örebro. (The Comet),N. Y. Stock Exchange. Try Kerr's six cord spool cotton. , Adults, Caricatures, Thread, Cotton, Blackboards, 19th Century American Trade CardsGerman trading stamp, "Palmin, feinstes Cocos-Speisefett"An advertisement for Ransomes' lawn mowers, showing three different products available. Date: 1883Swan pens with "fyne poynt" and a pencil both presented in a case, also desk stand with onyx base. 1929Chiffonnier 1870s Unknown. Chiffonnier. Unknown. 1870s. Albumen silver print from glass negative with applied color. PhotographsMartinke, Vernon Team, baseball card portraitMatchbox labels, from the Swedish industrial and trading museum.Udevalla - Örebro. (The Powla, Trumpet).Jas. S. Kirk & Co. Soap Makers, Chicago. 'Calendar' , Children, Angels, Scythes, Household soap, 19th Century American Trade CardsOne price only. J. Leach. Stationer, 86 Nassau Street, New York. (Three doors from Fulton.) , Children, Dolls, Knives, Stationery trade, 19th Century American Trade CardsImperial Granum, the incomparable food for the growth and protection of infants and children. , Children, Cereal products, Food, 19th Century American Trade Cards A beehive, and one bee. Date: 1926Original (unpacked) powder packaging: Doctor mirror exotic powder (plant)Paper collectors badge of the Readership SocietyClose up of weathered vintage pinball machineMaple's luxurious upholstery is as world-famous as their pure restful bedding, 1909. 'THE "NORTON" EASY CHAIR in TAPESTRY £450 - Upholstery by MAPLE & CO. (Ltd.), like their BEDDING, is made throughout under strict supervision in their own hygienic Factories from carefully selected materials, so that the best results are produced at a minimum outlay. Catalogues of Chairs, Settees, and Pure Bedding Free. LONDON - PARIS - BUENOS AIRES'. From "Illustrated London News", 1909.Ray Hubbell's patent ornamental metal corners for oil cloths , Angels, Adults, Floor coverings, Hardware, 19th Century American Trade CardsBaroque vintage element with arabesque and flourish motif. Sketch of ornate design element. Hand drawing vintage baroque style. Vector isolated engraving illustration. For decoration, print and design. Baroque vintage elements with flourish motif illustrationJames Ryan, Center Fielder, Chicago, from World's Champions, Second Series (N43) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes. Dimensions: Sheet: 2 15/16 x 3 1/4 in. (7.4 x 8.3 cm). Lithographer: Lindner, Eddy & Claus (American, New York). Publisher: Allen & Ginter (American, Richmond, Virginia). Date: 1888.Trade cards from "World's Champions," Second Series (N43), issued in 1888 in a set of 50 cards to promote Allen & Ginter brand cigarettes. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.Pairpoint Genuine Hand-Cut Glass Strictly Hand Blown - Not Pressed - No Camouflage. Advertisements. 1895 - 1934. General Research Division. Opticians, JewelryBon Ami - gives nickel the glow of polished silver, a damp cloth, a bit of a rub, a moments wait while the magic-white cloud foams. . . . . then whisk. . . . . and away go the tarnish and the dried Bon Ami together! Now look! The nickel gleams as clean and lustrous as burnished silver. Date: 1920Gimbel Brothers Violet Talcum, Victorian Talcum Powder Tin DesignsJ.C Vickery jewellers advertising a sterling silver identify bracelet, showing their nationality, religion and regiment. The 'dog-tag' was a very useful identification of wounded and dead soldiers in conflict. Date: 1916You can purchase Hardtmuth's renowned 'Koh-i-Noor' pencils in a variety of forms, neatly packed in boxes... Date: circa 1900President Caamano of Ecuador, from the Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms series (N126-2) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. 1888 Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. Trade cards from the "Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms" series (N126-2), issued in 1888 by W. Duke, Sons & Co. There are two types of cards from the series. The first type is made of thick stock and does not fold. This variation promotes Honest Long Cut tobacco. The second type, pictured here, is printed on thinner stock and is meant to be folded in three parts. This variation promotes Duke's Cigarettes, Cameo, and Turkish Cross-Cut brands.. President Caamano of Ecuador, from the Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms series (N126-2) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co.. 1888. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. (New York and Durham, N.C.)Advertisement for rubber bathing caps from Kleinert's. The model shown is Pom Pom, which is white and side-trimmed with floral rosettes. A masculine skull cap is also available for men. Date: 1950Advert for 'Foot's reclining chair'. London 1900Antique safety matches. The label of this antique matchbox label shows two birds sitting under an umbrella to avoid the rain. The text says Rainproof safety matches. Made in Sweden. An advert for Hudson's soap. Dated 19th centuryBelcico. George F. Miller, Catcher, Pittsburgh, from World's Champions, Second Series (N43) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888 Allen & Ginter American Trade cards from "World's Champions," Second Series (N43), issued in 1888 in a set of 50 cards to promote Allen & Ginter brand cigarettes.. George F. Miller, Catcher, Pittsburgh, from World's Champions, Second Series (N43) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes. 1888. Commercial lithograph. Allen & Ginter (American, Richmond, Virginia)Horse Brand, Matchbox CoversTavern Sign. Dated: c. 1940. Dimensions: overall: 26.7 x 35.5 cm (10 1/2 x 14 in.) Original IAD Object: 24" long. Medium: watercolor and graphite on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Robert W. R. Taylor.Fishing, fishes and fisherman rod posters, retro vector. Fishing camp and fishery catch tackles and lures for ocean or sea tuna, river perch and pike, fisherman equipment baits and lures. Fishing, fishes and fisherman rod posters, retroPlanets-manager. Cornalet Collection Sites 2013-2016. Numismatic.Parker Duofold fountain pen and pencil in a case "give all your friends the best gift this year" Date: 1926Color print circa 1900 showing Tungsram metal thread lamp and light bulb by Tungsram Electrical Company, Vienna, including product design and labeling.Historical advertisement picture, German, "Lanolin Toilette-Cream"Old Brown Windsor Soap, celebrated for nearly a century for its beautiful perfume and mile and emollient qualities. , Cities & towns, Flowers, Soap, 19th Century American Trade CardsAdvertisement Parsi Lustre BK The Rotosan Copyright: xJehangirxSorabjee/DinodiaxPhotoxUK, London, Nottinghill, Portobello Road, Antique SignboardThe Belgian Tri-Colour.. Cigarette cards, Trade cards. 1906 - 1916. George Arents CollectionLAL Head Safety Matches, Matchbox Covers