Subject: Chromolithography

This chromolithograph is a color caricature of Sir John Simon, Knt., M.P., Serjeant-at-Law, published in Vanity Fair on September 25, 1886. The artwork, credited to "Spy," depicts Sir John Simon in a top hat and formal wear, with his hands in his pockets, characteristic of the satirical style of Vanity Fair prints. The item also includes a separate page containing a printed biography of Sir John Simon, providing context for the portrait.

A lithograph depicting "Mr. J. S. Bult's Shorthorn Ox," noted as having placed "First in His Class at Islington." This print, identified as Plate 5, was produced by Julius Bien & Co. in 1888 and originated from "House Document No 51: Cattle and Dairy Farming." The image is a detailed black-and-white illustration of the ox in a grassy landscape, rendered with the fine lines characteristic of 19th-century lithography. 3.

This 1876 book by Max Rosenthal features chromolithographed portraits of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. The portraits are presented in an accordion-style foldout format, bound in full red morocco with gilt lettering on the covers. The book measures 1 1/2" x 1 1/4".

This colorful trade card advertises the Baltimore Clothing House located on Main Street in Winston, N. C. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy wearing glasses and a hat, carrying an insect container and a walking cane, suggesting an outdoor or nature theme. The text reads "Compliments of the BALTIMORE CLOTHING HOUSE, (GRANITE FRONT,)" at the bottom. The reverse of the card is blank. The card is typical of late 19th-century advertising, likely produced using chromolithography. 3.

This trade card advertises the opening of Bronner & Co.'s Clothing Store at 20 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut, identifying it as a branch of their main New York store located at 610-618 Broadway. The advertisement highlights Bronner & Co. as the "Largest Retail Clothing House in America" and promises "GREAT SLAUGHTER IN PRICES!" The obverse of the card features a map of South America and a racist and stereotypical depiction of a Black or Indigenous child/person labeled "Mail Carrier," holding envelopes. Additional decorative elements include small illustrations of workers and a shield design. The card likely utilizes chromolithography, common for trade cards of the late 19th century.

This colorful trade card advertises Brosnan Bros., a retailer specializing in Boots, Shoes & Slippers. The front of the card features a vibrant illustration of a red slipper overflowing with purple and white flowers and green foliage, tied with a pink bow, alongside the text "Compliments of Brosnan Bros. 200 Milwaukee Ave." The reverse side provides further details, inviting attention to their "complete New Line of BOOTS, SHOES & SLIPPERS" at "FINEST GOODS AT LOWEST PRICES," listing multiple store locations including 200 Milwaukee Ave. & 171 N. Halsted St. in Chicago, and 110 Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. The text on the reverse uses decorative asterisks between words.

This trade card advertises Fleishman Bros., a business specializing in trimmings, millinery, and fancy goods, located at No. 92 Market Street in Pittsburgh, PA. The card notes that "KID GLOVES A SPECIALTY." The visual features include a vibrant chromolithographic illustration of blue and white flowers with green foliage surrounding a central rectangular panel that contains the business information in ornate text. This decorative style is typical of late 19th-century advertising. **3.

This colorful trade card advertises H. Roman, a manufacturer and importer of fine clothing and furnishing goods, located at 38 & 40 Kearny Street, S. E. Cor. Post, San Francisco. The card features a chromolithographic illustration depicting three children in period clothing: two standing, and one peering over a wooden fence, adjacent to a large sign displaying the business name and address. The decorative imagery and ornate text are characteristic of late 19th-century advertising materials.

This die-cut trade card, dating to circa 1885, advertises L. Aronson's Revolution Store located at No. 33 First Avenue and No. 6 Second Street in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The card features a colorful chromolithograph illustration of a bouquet of purple violets and a white flower, tied with a prominent red ribbon on the left side. The business information is printed over a fan-like background texture, with the text stating "COMPLIMENTS OF L. ARONSON'S Revolution Store." 3.

This chromolithograph trade card for L. Steinfeld, Clothier and Merchant Tailor, located at No. 184 Main Street, Zanesville, Ohio, features a decorative illustration. The artwork depicts a hand with a ruffled cuff, ring, and bracelet, holding a vibrant bouquet of blue, yellow, and purple pansies. The card serves as an advertisement for the business.

This trade card for Louis Cohen & Co. features a colorful chromolithograph illustration on the front depicting a boy sitting on a girl in a grassy field, both playing with grapes. The back of the card serves as an advertisement for Louis Cohen & Co., a business in Staunton, Virginia. The ad states, "Our Stock is now complete, and consists of all the Latest Styles and Novelties in Men's, Boys' and Children's Clothing, Boots, Shoes, Hats, Caps, Trunks, &c. Prices Lower Than Ever." The text uses various ornate and decorative typefaces, typical of advertising from the period, with a publisher credit for Martin Meyer, Baltimore. **3.

This trade card advertises M. & A. Lebensburger, Clothiers, located opposite the Post Office in Sandusky, Ohio. The card features a colorful illustration of a young girl with brown hair, wearing a pink dress and a matching hat, sitting on a wooden fence among flowers and foliage. The design style is characteristic of late 19th-century chromolithography, with a soft color palette and detailed imagery. 3.

This trade card for Maas, Baer & Co., One-Price Clothiers & Tailors in Chicago, Illinois, advertises their services as gents furnishers and dealers in hats, caps, trunks, and other goods. The verso of the card details their three store locations: S. E. Corner North Avenue & Larrabee Street; North Clark Street Corner Chicago Avenue; and Milwaukee Avenue Corner Centre Avenue, along with telephone numbers. The recto features a chromolithographic image of a young boy dressed in historical attire (reminiscent of a musketeer), running through foliage and holding a sealed letter. Two white doves fly above him, creating a whimsical and decorative visual. The card utilizes varying font styles, including prominent block capitals and ornate, shadowed lettering for the business name and services.

This trade card advertises Mitchell & Seixas, stationers located at 927 Broadway, New York. The card features a colorful chromolithographic illustration depicting two young boys engaged in playful destruction of a large, ornate clock. One boy holds an axe, while the other wields a stick. The artwork is typical of late 19th-century advertising, characterized by its vibrant colors and illustrative style, with the business name and address printed clearly below the image. **3.

A colorful trade card for Mrs. H. Loewenthal's Continental Ladies' Suit Store, located at 641 South Street, Philadelphia. The store specialized in ladies' suits, children's clothes, and ladies' underwear. The card features an ornate Victorian-style design with a vibrant sprig of blue, orange, and red flowers with green leaves, adding a decorative touch to the advertisement. 3.

This trade card serves as an advertisement for the Oregon Furniture Mfg. Co., located in Portland, Oregon. The business manufactured and sold furniture, and also dealt in carpets, bedding, and other related items. The front of the card features a color illustration of a young girl with curly blonde hair, wearing a ruffled bonnet, holding a pink and white fan, with a cat peeking from behind her. This image is characteristic of late 19th-century chromolithography. The verso provides business details, including the names of the President (Sam. Lowenstein) and Secretary (Wm. Kapus), lists the company's offerings, and provides addresses for their Office and Salesrooms (208 and 210 First Street) and Steam Factory (207 and 209 Front Street). The verso also features decorative borders and ornate Victorian-style typography.

This colorful trade card advertises S. Wertheimer, a dry goods and notions store located at 701 & 703 N. Second Street, N. E. Cor. Fairmount Ave., Philadelphia. The card features an illustration of a child bending down to smell a bush of red roses, rendered in a chromolithographic style typical of the late 19th century. The business name and address are printed below the illustration. The verso of the card is blank. 3.

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Trade Card - Sam Harris Clothier with french bulldog…… 149 Main St., Danbury Ct…verso blank. Anna Harris (1858-1937) is buried in the Children of Israel Cemetery, Danbury, CT

The front of this trade card features a colorful chromolithographic illustration depicting a lively market scene, with a woman selling fruit from a large basket and two men, one holding a pickaxe and another sitting, in the background. Overlaying this scene is text advertising "SAMUEL MEYERS, Successor to S. ZORKOWSKI, Fine Ready Made Clothing, 175 Main Street, Danbury, Conn." The reverse side provides a detailed advertisement for "IMMENSE STOCK! NOBBY STYLES! CLOTHING, And Gents' Furnishing Goods. OVERCOATS! BUSINESS SUITS! DRESS SUIT! BOYS' SUITS! GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICES!! ON EARTH." It further identifies Samuel Meyers as a "LOW ONE PRICE CLOTHIER" at "175 Main St., Danbury, CT." and states the store is "OPEN EVERY EVENING." The printing company, "Yankee Notion Printing Co., Prov. R. I.", is also noted. The card promotes Samuel Meyers' clothing business in Danbury, CT, likely dating around 1885.

A colorful trade card advertising Shipper & Schwartz, The Tailors. The front features a chromolithographic illustration of two children playing cards at a small table. The company name, 'SHIPPER & SCHWARTZ, THE TAILORS,' is printed at the top, and their address, '733 MARKET ST., OPP. DUPONT,' is at the bottom. The card serves as an advertisement for their tailoring business in San Francisco, utilizing a decorative image common in late 19th-century advertising. 3.

This trade card, dating from circa 1885, advertises Shipper & Schwartz, tailors located at 733 Market St., San Francisco, opposite Dupont. The card features a colorful illustration depicting two children; a girl in a pink dress holding a small crossbow, and a boy in a blue jacket and striped pants standing next to her, all set on a green, grassy ground. The business name and address are printed in a straightforward font above and below the illustration. The card is typical of late 19th-century chromolithography, designed to visually attract customers. **3.

This trade card advertises Spitz Bros. & Mork, a clothing manufacturer, wholesaler, and retailer located at 508 Washington Street and 5 Bedford Street in Boston. The card promotes "Wide-awake Bargains for Wide-awake People" in men's and boys' wear, including Ulsters, Cape Overcoats, Suits, and Trousers. Specific items advertised are the "Banner" Winter Overcoat, priced from $10.00 to $15.00, and the "Bedford" Cape Overcoat, priced from $12.00 to $16.00. The Boys' Department also offered overcoats from $3.50 to $6.00. The verso of the card details the business's relocation to a new six-story building and mentions they are "open evenings until New Year" for holiday purchases. The front of the card features a detailed chromolithographic illustration with a central circular vignette depicting a winter scene with a snow-covered watermill, framed by an ornate border of blooming purple violets and green leaves, typical of late 19th-century trade card aesthetics. 3.

This trade card from circa 1885 serves as an advertisement for the Star Clothing House, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The front of the card features a vibrant chromolithographic illustration depicting a hunting dog retrieving a duck from a reedy marsh. Overlaid on this image, text in an ornate Victorian-style script reads "Star Clothing House" and notes that its "Store Room covers 15,000 sq. ft." located in "Grand Rapids, Mich." The design and imagery are characteristic of late 19th-century advertising trade cards. The reverse side of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Wiel & Katzenberg, a business offering fancy groceries, teas, and coffees located at the corner of Baltimore and Greene Streets in Baltimore. The front of the card features a chromolithographic illustration of a young girl in a red bonnet picking purple flowers in a field. The reverse is blank. The card serves as an advertisement for their grocery business. 3.

This trade card advertises Louis Dampf & Co., dealers in gold and black walnut frames, oil paintings, chromos, and engravings. The front of the card (Image 1) depicts children playing in ocean waves. The style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card (Image 2) is fully covered by an advertisement for the business. The business's address, 727 & 729 Market Street, San Francisco, is clearly visible on the back.

A chromolithograph trade card depicting a comical scene of a man speaking on the telephone to a mother instead of a daughter. Issued by the Narragansett Collar Company. The card is dated circa 1877.

Chromolithograph trade card advertising "Smoke Harris' Golden Eagle and Business Card Cigars." Published by L. Prang & Co. circa 1878.

Trade card for the Vienna Restaurant and Cafe located at 914 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia. It is one of a set of four cards. Published by L. Prang & Co. in Boston. The card features Art Deco design and is described as rare. A full advertisement is present on the reverse side. The date is estimated to be circa 1878 based on the style and publisher.