Subject: Donkeys

Cabinet photograph depicting David Cohen and his family riding donkeys. The background includes a Victorian-style house, what appears to be tents, and mountains. Handwritten on the back: 'Dave Cohen and family'. The photograph dates to the 1890s.

This trade card for Hirshfield's in Easton, Pennsylvania, features a charming illustration of children and a donkey at the beach. The image is likely intended to evoke a sense of fun and family, suggesting that Hirshfield's offered goods suitable for children. The style of the illustration is consistent with late 19th-century imagery. Below the image, the text proclaims "Hirshfields...Cheapest in Easton." This suggests a focus on low prices and affordability. The back of the card is blank.