Frank R. O'Neil, The St. Louis Missouri Republican, from the American Editors series (N35) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1887
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drawing, print
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portrait
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drawing
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boat
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toned paper
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yellowing background
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handmade artwork painting
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brown and beige
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coffee painting
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framed image
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men
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watercolour illustration
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green and neutral
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watercolor
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warm toned green
This chromolithograph card is part of the "American Editors" series produced by Allen & Ginter for their cigarette brand in 1887. The card features a portrait of Frank R. O’Neil, editor of the *St. Louis Missouri Republican*, alongside a view of the St. Louis Bridge. This type of card was popular in the late 19th century and is an example of the use of lithography in advertising and collecting. The card's size, typical of cigarette cards, is indicative of its purpose as a collectible for consumers of Allen & Ginter cigarettes.
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