Governor Gordon, Georgia, from "Governors, Arms, Etc." series (N133-1), issued by Duke Sons & Co. 1885 - 1892
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themetropolitanmuseumofart
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aged paper
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toned paper
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yellowing background
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photo restoration
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waterfall
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retro 'vintage design
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coloured pencil
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coffee painting
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19th century
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men
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water
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watercolour illustration
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This trade card, part of the "Governors, Arms, Etc." series, features a portrait of Governor Gordon of Georgia. Printed by W. Duke, Sons & Co., the card also displays the state seal of Georgia and a depiction of Toccoa Falls. The card likely promoted the sale of "Honest Long Cut" tobacco products, a common marketing tactic in the late 19th century. The use of colorful imagery and detailed illustrations makes this trade card a compelling example of commercial art during the late 19th century.
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