1985 A.M. Lunt Tiger Trade Card NY Historical Society Boston Advertising Repro

"VINTAGE TIGER ADVERTISING TRADE CARD REPRODUCTION - A.M. LUNT LABEL PRINTER OF BOSTON

This striking reproduction captures the artistic splendor of Victorian-era advertising at its finest. Published by the prestigious New-York Historical Society in 1984-1985 this card faithfully reproduces an exceptional 1880s chromolithographed trade card that exemplifies the golden age of American commercial art.

The stunning tiger imagery combined with vibrant fruit illustrations makes this piece particularly desirable among advertising ephemera collectors. Though a modern reproduction it faithfully preserves the artistry and historical significance of an increasingly scarce original Victorian trade card.

DESCRIPTION

This card showcases the remarkably detailed Victorian chromolithography that defined premium advertising of the 1880-1895 period. The central image features a striking crouching tiger rendered in rich brown-orange tones with impressive detail and shading against a cream background.

The corners are adorned with beautifully illustrated fruits and produce: luscious strawberries in the upper left a bright red tomato or apple in the upper right golden ears of corn in the lower left and an exotic pineapple in the lower right corner. These food illustrations likely reflect the company's specialty in producing labels for food products.

Text elements include 'A.M. LUNT' in an elegant blue banner across the top 'LABEL PRINTER' in a bold red banner beneath the tiger and '31 HAWLEY ST. BOSTON' in smaller text identifying the business location. At the bottom appears 'Represented by D.S. CLARK' in a decorative banner.

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE

The original A.M. Lunt trade card represents a fascinating period in American advertising history when businesses used elaborately illustrated cards as marketing tools. The 1880s-1890s marked the height of the Victorian trade card era when chromolithography allowed for mass production of colorful advertising ephemera.

The use of an exotic tiger as the central image was an attention-grabbing choice that conveyed power and prestige. Label printers like A.M. Lunt played a crucial role in America's expanding consumer economy during the late 19th century creating the colorful packaging that helped sell products in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

This reproduction preserves an important piece of Boston's commercial history documenting a business at 31 Hawley Street that might otherwise be forgotten. The fact that it was selected for reproduction by the New-York Historical Society speaks to its historical and artistic significance.

CONDITION

This 1980s reproduction is in excellent condition with bright vivid colors and clean surfaces. The card shows minimal wear consistent with careful storage over the past 35+ years.

There is a small blue mark on the back upper right corner that does not affect the front image or overall presentation. The card comes in a protective sleeve to preserve its excellent condition.

AGE/ERA

This is a 1984-1985 reproduction card published by the New-York Historical Society as part of their 'Antique Advertising Postcards' collection. The back clearly states the reproduction information: 'From Antique Advertising Postcards © 1985 by The New-York Historical Society' and '1984 reprint made by/at Courtesy of The New-York Historical Society.'

The original trade card it reproduces dates from approximately 1880-1895 during the height of Victorian chromolithographed advertising. The reproduction faithfully captures the detailed printing techniques and artistic style of this golden age of American advertising.

RARITY

While this reproduction is relatively common original Victorian trade cards from specific businesses like A.M. Lunt are increasingly difficult to find. Each year more of these fragile paper ephemera are lost to time making even quality reproductions more valuable to collectors.

This particular card is notable for its exceptional tiger imagery which is more scarce and desirable than typical Victorian trade card designs. The exotic animal theme combined with food illustrations creates a particularly appealing example of late 19th century advertising art.

The New-York Historical Society's reproductions themselves are becoming collectible as they're now 35+ years old and represent a curated selection of historically significant advertising imagery.

COLLECTOR'S NOTE

There is a special joy in owning pieces that connect us to the rich history of American advertising and commercial art. This reproduction allows collectors to appreciate the artistry of Victorian trade cards without the fragility and high cost of original 1880s examples.

For those who collect advertising history printing history or Victorian ephemera this card provides a window into the spectacular commercial art that helped build America's consumer culture. The tiger imagery makes it particularly suited for collectors of animal-themed advertising or exotic imagery.

While original Victorian trade cards continue to disappear into permanent collections or succumb to the ravages of time quality reproductions like this from respected institutions help preserve our visual history. They allow collectors at all levels to enjoy and study these remarkable examples of commercial artistry.

SHIPPING NOTE

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This card will be shipped in its protective sleeve between rigid cardboard to ensure it arrives safely and in the same condition you see here.

ADD THIS STUNNING TIGER TRADE CARD TO YOUR COLLECTION TODAY!

Don't miss your chance to own this beautiful reproduction of Victorian advertising history! With each passing year these 1980s historical society reproductions become increasingly collectible in their own right. Once this card is sold finding another example from this specific New-York Historical Society series may prove challenging."

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