Dahlia (Dahlia Coccinea), from the Flowers series for Old Judge Cigarettes 1890

"Dahlia (Dahlia Coccinea)" is a chromolithograph from the "Flowers" series created by Goodwin & Company in 1890 for Old Judge Cigarettes. The image features a vibrant red and pink dahlia in full bloom with green leaves and stems against a warm, golden background. The use of chromolithography, a printing technique that utilizes multiple colors, allows for intricate details and realistic depictions of the flower's textures and hues. This piece showcases the aesthetic beauty of botanical illustration, and serves as a fascinating reminder of early commercial advertising techniques.