Pompano, from the series Fishers and Fish (N74) for Duke brand cigarettes by Knapp & Company

Pompano, from the series Fishers and Fish (N74) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888

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drawing, lithograph, print

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drawing

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toned paper

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fish

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water colours

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lithograph

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print

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possibly oil pastel

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handmade artwork painting

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coloured pencil

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underpainting

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painting painterly

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watercolour bleed

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watercolour illustration

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watercolor

"Pompano," from the series *Fishers and Fish (N74)*, is a chromolithograph by Knapp & Company, created in 1888 for Duke brand cigarettes. This small-scale illustration depicts a Pompano fish, a popular food fish, in a detailed and realistic style. The fish is swimming amongst coral, adding depth and realism to the scene. The image is part of a larger series of cigarette cards that were popular in the late 19th century. These cards were often collected and traded, and they provide a fascinating glimpse into the popular culture of the time.

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