Magyar, from World's Dudes series (N31) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888
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themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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water colours
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yellowing background
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caricature
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personal sketchbook
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coloured pencil
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men
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
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"Magyar," from the "World's Dudes" series of trading cards, is a colorful lithograph printed by Allen & Ginter in 1888 to promote their brand of cigarettes. The image depicts a man in traditional Hungarian garb, with a feathered hat, ornate jacket, and knee-high boots. The card's lively, detailed style was characteristic of the trade card genre, which flourished in the late 19th century. Today, these cards are collected by enthusiasts of historical ephemera and are often found in museums and private collections.
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