Armadillo, from Quadrupeds series (N41) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1890
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themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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water colours
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animal
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handmade artwork painting
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personal sketchbook
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coloured pencil
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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cartoon carciture
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watercolor
"Armadillo, from Quadrupeds series (N41) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes," is a chromolithograph trading card, produced by the tobacco company Allen & Ginter in 1890, as part of a series of cards depicting various animals. The image portrays an armadillo in a natural setting, with a lush landscape and a border featuring more flora. The card features a typical late-nineteenth-century American style, with intricate details and a bright, colorful palette. This card is considered a prime example of the popular "trade card" genre, which was used by companies to advertise their products and promote brand recognition.
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