Edinburgh, from the City Flags series (N6) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1887
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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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handmade artwork painting
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oil painting
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tile art
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coloured pencil
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coffee painting
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
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warm toned green
This chromolithograph, part of the City Flags series by Allen & Ginter, depicts the flag of Edinburgh. Created in 1887, it showcases the city's historic emblem: three towers on a white field. The flag is prominently displayed against a backdrop of Edinburgh's cityscape, featuring its iconic castle and surrounding architecture. This small-scale artwork, originally included in cigarette packs, provides a glimpse into the visual representation of city pride in the late 19th century.
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