King of the Amazons, from the Occupations for Women series (N166) for Old Judge and Dogs Head Cigarettes 1887
goodwincompany
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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water colours
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possibly oil pastel
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handmade artwork painting
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oil painting
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acrylic on canvas
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coffee painting
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underpainting
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men
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painting painterly
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
This 1887 chromolithograph, created by Goodwin & Company, is part of the *Occupations for Women* series produced for Old Judge and Dogs Head Cigarettes. The card depicts a woman dressed in the garb of a king, adorned with a crown, a scepter, and a flowing royal robe. This humorous depiction of a woman assuming a traditionally male role reflects the social commentary of the era, playing on stereotypes and the changing roles of women in society. The vibrant colors and detailed illustrations make this a captivating example of 19th-century trade card art.
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