Spain, from Flags of All Nations, Series 1 (N9) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1887
allenginter
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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yellowing
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bold yellow colours
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aged paper
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yellowing background
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retro 'vintage design
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wood background
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yellow element
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golden font
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yellow accent
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yellow
This chromolithograph, part of the "Flags of All Nations" series produced by Allen & Ginter, depicts the flag of Spain. The flag is a simple design, with three horizontal stripes of red, yellow, and red. The image also includes the coat of arms of Spain, which features a castle and a lion. Created in 1887 as a trading card for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, this artwork is a testament to the popularity of collectible cards during the late 19th century. The artwork, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the historical representation of national identity through visual imagery.
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