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Portrait of a Heroic Fireman
ca. 1857
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Artist/Maker: Unidentified Artist

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Cigarette silk

Cigarette silk
Object name 
Cigarette silk
Date 
1890-1920
Medium 
Cloth
Dimensions 
4 3/4 x 2 7/8 in.
Description 
A small natural beige silk cloth printed with the flag of France and a staff of musical notes above the lyrics of the national anthem with purple irises. Printed "Nebo Cigarettes" at the bottom edge. One of a series of world flags and anthems. Given as collectible premiums by cigarette manufacturers.
Credit Line 
Gift of Bella C. Landauer