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Trade Card - Nye & Blatner, Albany, N.Y., circa 1885
This trade card from Nye & Blatner, a shoe store located at 4 Beaver Block, South Pearl Street, Albany, N.Y., advertises their "Fine Shoes" around 1885. The card features an illustration in blue ink depicting a man in a feathered hat sitting on a drum, interacting with a performing monkey. The text uses ornate Victorian-style lettering for the business name and product description. The imagery likely serves to attract attention and convey a sense of entertainment or whimsy. **3.
Associated People/Businesses
- Nye
- Blatner
Geography
No geographic information available.
Subjects
- Shoes
- Footwear
- Retail trade
- Trade cards
- Advertising
- Albany, New York
- 19th century
- Performing animals
- Monkeys
- Humor
- Judaica Americana
Physical Location
Arc.MS.56, Box 20, Folder 11