Aurora, Goddess of the Dawn, from the Goddesses of the Greeks and Romans series (N188) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. by William S. Kimball & Company

Aurora, Goddess of the Dawn, from the Goddesses of the Greeks and Romans series (N188) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889

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drawing

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toned paper

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print

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possibly oil pastel

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handmade artwork painting

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oil painting

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tile art

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acrylic on canvas

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coffee painting

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men

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watercolour illustration

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watercolor

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warm toned green

"Aurora, Goddess of the Dawn" from the "Goddesses of the Greeks and Romans" series is a 1889 chromolithograph by William S. Kimball & Co. The image portrays Aurora, the Roman goddess of the dawn, in a flowing yellow gown as she blows a conch shell, symbolizing the beginning of a new day. The use of vibrant colors and delicate details, characteristic of chromolithography, adds a captivating quality to this piece. This card, along with others in the series, was likely distributed as part of a product promotion or trade card, highlighting the accessibility of art for a wider audience during this period.

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