Trade Card: Lansburgh & Bro., Dry Goods, Washington, D.C.

This oversized trade card advertises Lansburgh & Bro., a dry goods store located at 420-426 Seventh Street in Washington, D.C. The card features a lithograph depicting the store's building and the Washington Monument, showcasing the store's prominence within the city. The image is likely from the late 19th century, reflecting the architectural style of the building and the artistic techniques used in the lithograph. The back of the card is blank. [In the 1860s, brothers Gustav and Max Lansburgh opened Baltimore House, a small fancy goods store, which eventually became the landmark Lansburgh's Department Store. Both brothers were active in Jewish affairs. Their daughter, Minnie Lansburgh Goldsmith, became a prominent figure in Jewish philanthropy in Washington, known for her fundraising efforts and her talent playing the banjo and zither.]

Associated People/Businesses

• Lansburgh & Bro.
• Lansburgh Brothers

Geography

• Washington, D.C.

Subjects

• Advertising cards
• Department stores
• Jewish merchants
• Dry Goods

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 11, Folder 10