Redeemer, Greece, from the World's Decorations series (N30) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1890
allenginter
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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medal
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drawing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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childish illustration
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curved letter used
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personal sketchbook
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coloured pencil
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ink colored
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watercolour illustration
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cartoon carciture
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watercolor
"Redeemer, Greece" from the "World's Decorations" series, created in 1890 by Allen & Ginter, depicts the Order of the Redeemer, a Greek order of chivalry established in 1829. The medal, with its blue ribbon and golden crown, sits against a pale yellow background. This colorful lithograph, part of a larger set of trading cards issued by the tobacco company Allen & Ginter, illustrates the cultural significance of the medal in Greece. The intricate details of the medal, including the inscription on the cross, provide a glimpse into the visual language of 19th century iconography.
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