President Cleveland, United States, from the Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms series (N126-2) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. 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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coloured pencil
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19th century
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watercolour illustration
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golden font
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watercolor
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historical font
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columned text
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arm
This 1888 trade card by W. Duke, Sons & Co. depicts a stylized version of the Great Seal of the United States. The card features the heraldic eagle clutching a shield with the American flag, surrounded by thirteen stars representing the original colonies. The motto “E Pluribus Unum” is displayed on a scroll held in the eagle's beak. This artwork is a prime example of the use of patriotic imagery for commercial purposes in late 19th-century America. The company's advertisement at the bottom highlights their status as "the largest Cigarette Manufacturers in the World."
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