Heliotrope (Heliotropium Peruvianum), from the Flowers series for Old Judge Cigarettes by Goodwin & Company

Heliotrope (Heliotropium Peruvianum), from the Flowers series for Old Judge Cigarettes 1890

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botanical art

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warm toned green

This chromolithograph, "Heliotrope (Heliotropium Peruvianum)," is part of the "Flowers" series produced by Goodwin & Company for Old Judge Cigarettes in 1890. The artwork depicts a single stem of heliotrope with several clusters of fragrant purple flowers and green leaves. This print, like others in the series, serves as a botanical illustration, showcasing the beauty and detail of a specific flower. It is a fine example of the popular trend in the late 19th century to include images of flowers and other natural subjects on commercial products. The card is small, only 2 3/4 x 1 1/2 inches, which reflects the common size of trading cards at the time.

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