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