Trade Card: J. Levy, Star Clothing House, Binghamton, New York

This trade card advertises J. Levy's Star Clothing House located at 130 Washington Street in Binghamton, New York. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black minstrel performing on a telephone. This imagery reflects the racist stereotypes prevalent in American popular culture during the late 19th century. The business name, "Star Clothing House," and the address are clearly printed beneath the illustration. The back of the card is blank. The card's imagery and subject matter should be considered within the historical context of racism and minstrelsy.

Associated People/Businesses

• J. Levy (Firm)
• Levy, J.

Geography

• Binghamton

Subjects

• Advertising cards
• Clothing trade
• Advertising
• Caricatures and cartoons

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 3, Folder 9