President M. L. Barillas of Guatemala, from the Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms series (N126-2) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. by W. Duke, Sons & Co.

President M. L. Barillas of Guatemala, from the Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms series (N126-2) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. 1888

drawing, print

portrait

drawing

aged paper

toned paper

print

bird

retro 'vintage design

wood background

illustrative and welcoming

men

earthenware

watercolour illustration

woody background

cartoon carciture

watercolor

arm

This colorful lithograph, "President M. L. Barillas of Guatemala," was produced in 1888 by W. Duke, Sons & Co. as part of their "Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms" series. The artwork depicts the Guatemalan coat of arms, featuring a quetzal bird perched on a scroll with the inscription "LIBERTAD de 15 Selltiembre de 1821." The coat of arms also features crossed rifles and a laurel wreath. This type of artwork was commonly used for trading cards, which were often distributed with cigarette packs. The image itself is a fine example of the vibrant and intricate style of lithographic printing popular in the late 19th century.