Trade Card for Misfit Clothing Parlors

This trade card advertises Misfit Clothing Parlors in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy with a vicious-looking dog. The dog has a long, sharp snout and sharp teeth. He appears to be snarling. The boy stands slightly behind the dog, but it is unclear if he is attempting to control the dog or if he is frightened of the dog. The image suggests a potential humorous tone as well as a possible link to masculinity and adventure. The back of the card provides a detailed advertisement for the business. The address listed is 629 (old 211) Penn Ave, Pittsburgh PA.

Associated People/Businesses

• Misfit Clothing Parlors

Geography

• Pittsburgh

Subjects

• Clothing trade
• Textile industry
• Advertising cards
• Advertising

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 1, Folder 153