Subject: Women in art

This trade card advertises the legal services of I. E. Rubenstein, an expert pension attorney in Washington, D.C. The card states he offers "Sixteen Years' Practical Experience" and operates on a "No Fee in Claims Unless Successful" basis. The printed text encourages recipients to keep the card for their families to contact him regarding pension claims after their death, suggesting a focus on long-term financial security for dependents, possibly related to Civil War invalid or military pensions. The front of the card features a vibrant, multi-color illustration of three women in a pastoral landscape, one reaching out, characteristic of Victorian-era decorative imagery used to attract attention. The reverse side includes a black and white portrait illustration of I. E. Rubenstein and the printed message. The very back of the card contains various handwritten calculations and numbers. 3.

Trade card for J. B. Libirman, a business in Syracuse, N.Y., specializing in Jewelry, Watches, Spectacles, and Fancy Goods, including Roger Bros. Silver Ware. The card features a decorative illustration of a woman in an elaborate, possibly Spanish-inspired, outfit, standing beside an ornate floral design. The card is printed in a monochromatic blue ink, characteristic of trade cards from the period. 3.

A trade card for J. E. Bernstein, identifying him as "New Jersey's Coming Clothier" located at 50 Newark Ave., Jersey City, N. J. The front of the card features a colorful lithographic illustration of a woman in a period dress with feathered hair and fur accents, set against a plain red background. The verso contains a black and white photographic portrait of J. E. Bernstein, a man with a mustache, likely the proprietor, along with the business's name and address.

This trade card advertises D. B. Solomon, a tobacconist. The front of the card showcases a delicate illustration of a woman's hand gently holding a basket overflowing with vibrant roses. The image is likely intended to evoke a sense of elegance and refinement, possibly associating the shop with high-quality tobacco products. The back of the card features a comical saying; the exact wording is unclear from the available information. The address, 13 1/2 Church Street, is printed on the front.

This trade card advertises I. H. Brounstein's One Price Clothing & Merchant Tailoring House in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card showcases a delicate illustration of a woman's hand gently holding a flower-filled basket. The composition is visually appealing, with the basket's flowers providing a soft contrast to the hand. Below the image, the business's name, "I. H. Brounstein's," is prominently displayed. The address "13 & 15 North Salina St." is included along with the business description, "ONE PRICE CLOTHONG & MERCHANT TAILORING HOUSE." The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. V. Leon's Five Cent Auction House in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a bust of a woman, likely an allegorical figure representing either prosperity or abundance, given the context of an auction house.  The image is predominantly in shades of sepia. Below the illustration, the text indicates the business name, "FIVE CENT AUCTION HOUSE," and the address: 36 & 37 Fourth Street, between Market & Mission. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Newman & Freud, a millinery shop located at 1026 & 1027 Stockton St., San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a charming pastoral scene: a woman in a field, singing to a group of cows. The woman is dressed in what seems to be period attire, suggesting the card's age. The style is evocative of a bucolic and somewhat sentimental aesthetic typical of late 19th-century advertising. The back of the card is blank except for the firm's stamped name.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Crawford, clothing merchants located in Stockton, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a woman tending her garden. She is depicted in a long dress, and several flowers and plants surround her, suggesting a cultivated and idyllic setting. The image is likely intended to convey a sense of elegance and refinement, aligning with the clothing business. The business name, "ROSENBAUM & CRAWFORD," is prominently displayed at the top of the card in a clear and simple font, and their address ("COR. MAIN & SAN JOAQUIN STREETS") is provided below. The back of the card is blank.