U.S. Seal, Cigar Label

This cigar box label from the turn of the century showcases American chromolithography at its finest. The design centers on a bold crimson rendering of the Great Seal of the United States, complete with the bald eagle, shield, olive branch, and arrows, all set upon a curled paper scroll that creates a trompe l'oeil wax seal effect. The neoclassical facade of the U.S. Treasury Building rises majestically in the background, anchoring the patriotic theme with architectural gravitas. Flowing multicolored ribbons frame the composition while delicate pink roses and scattered papers with scissors and a gold medallion add the elaborate decorative touches that defined Victorian commercial art. A superb example of the golden age of cigar label art, when lithographic printers competed to create miniature masterpieces. This piece captures the fervent patriotism of post-Civil War America, when national symbols carried profound meaning. A standout piece for collectors of Americana, chromolithography, or tobacco ephemera. Size: 6.0" x 8.5" Condition: Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.