St. Olaf, Norway, from the World's Decorations series (N30) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1890
allenginter
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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medal
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drawing
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toned paper
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childish illustration
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egg art
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curved letter used
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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
This trade card from the "World's Decorations" series, produced by Allen & Ginter in 1890, depicts the St. Olaf Order, a Norwegian order of chivalry. The card features a detailed illustration of the Order's insignia, including a gold cross with a central medallion featuring a red lion, surrounded by a blue ring and surmounted by a crown. The card is a prime example of late 19th-century printmaking and showcases the intricate details of the Order's design. The card was likely given to consumers as part of a promotional campaign for Allen & Ginter cigarettes. The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses this piece of ephemera in their collection.
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