Trade Card: Friedberger & Strouse, Cloaks, Suits, and Wraps, Philadelphia


This trade card advertises Friedberger & Strouse, a Philadelphia-based business specializing in cloaks, suits, and wraps. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a clown, a common trope in advertising of the late 19th century, holding a fan and creating soap bubbles. The image is likely intended to attract attention and associate the business with fun and lightheartedness. Below the illustration, the text clearly states the business name and two addresses: 113 & 115 North Eight St. and 733 Arch Street, Philadelphia. The back of the card is blank.


Associated People/Businesses

  • Friedberger & Strouse
  • FRIENDBERGER / STROUSE

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Arc.MS.56, Volume 34, Page 14