Felix Agnus, Baltimore American, from the American Editors series (N35) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1887
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portrait
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toned paper
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yellowing background
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photo restoration
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oil painting
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portrait drawing
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watercolour illustration
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fine art portrait
This 1887 lithograph, part of the "American Editors" series by Allen & Ginter, features a portrait of Felix Agnus, editor of the *Baltimore American*. The card's design incorporates a background of a seascape with sailboats, likely referencing Chesapeake Bay, along with the inscription "Fort McHenry - Chesapeake Bay." The card was distributed as a collectible with Allen & Ginter cigarettes, offering a glimpse into the popular culture of the late 19th century. This artwork is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.
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