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Back Wheel, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887
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Back Wheel, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887
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Chromolithograph Cigarette Cigarettes Collectible Commercial Color Lithograph Duke Duke W Sons Co Exercise Exercises Gymnast Gymnastics Leotard Sons And Co Sons And Company Sportswear Stocking Stockings Tights Underwear Upside Down W Duke Sons And Company W Duke Sons Co
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This vibrant and intriguing print titled "Back Wheel, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887" captures a unique moment in American history. Created in the late 19th century, this commercial color lithograph was part of a collectible cigarette card series produced by W. Duke Sons & Co. The image showcases a female gymnast performing an upside-down back wheel exercise while wearing a traditional Victorian leotard and stockings. Her athletic prowess is evident as she defies gravity with grace and strength. The chromolithograph technique used to create this artwork brings out the vivid colors of her sportswear against a backdrop that hints at a bustling bar or gathering place. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this print offers us glimpses into various aspects of life during that era - from fashion trends to leisure activities like smoking cigarettes. It serves as both an amusing historical artifact and an example of early advertising strategies employed by tobacco companies. Preserved within the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, this piece invites viewers to contemplate the intersection between art, commerce, and popular culture in America during the late 19th century. While we may not know who specifically created it, this photograph remains an invaluable testament to our past and continues to captivate audiences with its charm and whimsy today.
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