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Trade Card - L. Loupe, Gilroy, California, circa 1885
This trade card advertises L. Loupe, a dealer in dry goods, clothing, boots and shoes, carpets, oil cloths, and matting in Gilroy, California. The card features a whimsical black and white illustration at the top depicting two figures in early swimwear on a beach, with one balancing on a horizontal pole, accompanied by the humorous caption "THE SEA! THE SEA! THE BEAUTIFUL, SEE?". The text for the business details is presented in various typefaces, with the business name "L. LOUPE" prominently displayed. **3.
Associated People/Businesses
- L. Loupe (Proprietor)
- Loupe, L.
Geography
No geographic information available.
Subjects
- Dry goods
- Clothing
- Boots and Shoes
- Carpets
- Retail trade
- Advertising
- Trade cards
- Humor
- Seaside
- California
- 19th Century
- Judaica
- Philanthropy
Physical Location
Arc.MS.56, Box 23, Folder 9