Versailles, from the City Flags series (N6) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1887
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themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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aged paper
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egg art
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caricature
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retro 'vintage design
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wood background
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watercolour illustration
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cartoon style
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cartoon carciture
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cartoon theme
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clip art
This colorful lithograph, "Versailles," from the "City Flags" series was produced by Allen & Ginter, a famous tobacco company, in 1887. The card features a depiction of the flag of Versailles, France, with a view of the Palace of Versailles in the background. The image was created as a promotional card for Allen & Ginter cigarettes and showcases a snapshot of the history and landscape of the famous French city. The "City Flags" series was a popular collection of trade cards that offered a glimpse into the world's diverse flags and urban landscapes.
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