Jerusalem, from the City Flags series (N6) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1887
allenginter
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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natural stone pattern
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circular oval feature
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egg art
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yellowing background
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pottery
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wood background
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handmade artwork painting
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tile art
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warm and cool tone
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earthenware
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arm
"Jerusalem" from the "City Flags" series is a chromolithograph print created by the Allen & Ginter company in 1887. Part of a larger set of trading cards included in cigarette packs, this piece depicts the flag of Jerusalem, with a white background and a red cross, flying over a view of the city. The flag is the historic Jerusalem cross, associated with the crusades. The artwork is a testament to the popularity of trading cards during the late 19th century, and its vibrant colors make it visually appealing even today.
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