President Caamono of Ecuador, from the Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms series (N126-1) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. by W. Duke, Sons & Co.

President Caamono of Ecuador, from the Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms series (N126-1) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. 1888

drawing, print

portrait

drawing

magazine cover layout

bold yellow colours

aged paper

yellowing background

photo restoration

print

caricature

brown and beige

yellow element

men

yellow accent

portrait art

arm

This 1888 chromolithograph card, part of the “Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms” series by W. Duke, Sons & Co., features President Caamono of Ecuador. The card showcases the Ecuadorian coat of arms with its iconic depiction of two volcanoes and a sun with stars, the national flag, and a cactus plant. This series of cards were issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co., the makers of “Honest Long Cut” tobacco, as a promotional tool to increase brand visibility and appeal to consumers.