Portugal, from the Natives in Costume series (N16) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1886
allenginter
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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antique
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yellowing background
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photo restoration
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coloured pencil
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coffee painting
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19th century
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men
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
This colorful lithograph, "Portugal", is part of the "Natives in Costume" series produced by Allen & Ginter in 1886. It features a man in traditional Portuguese clothing, including a red and yellow waistcoat and striped trousers. The man is standing on a beach with a boat in the background, a common motif used to depict different nationalities during the Victorian era. These trade cards were included in packs of Allen & Ginter cigarettes, making them a popular collectible. The card's vibrant colors and detailed illustrations are a testament to the craftsmanship of the late 19th century.
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