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5.50" x 8.00"
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7.50" x 10.00"
Flat Cigar Store Indian Poster
by Art Block Collections
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Flat Cigar Store Indian poster by Art Block Collections. Our posters are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All posters include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
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At one time, in the early years of our country, shop keepers used visual trade signs to catch the attention of people walking along the sidewalks.... more
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At one time, in the early years of our country, shop keepers used visual trade signs to catch the attention of people walking along the sidewalks. Many people were illiterate at the time, so the signs or figures showed them what was sold inside. Since the Native Americans were the first ones to introduce tobacco to the Europeans, the 3-dimensional carved figures became advertising icons for shop owners who sold tobacco. This particular carving is flat and has an elaborate headdress with feathers. It was found in the tourist town of Slade, Kentucky.
About Art Block Collections
As fifth generation Californian, I mostly specialize in California photography. I am are inspired by the landscapes and seascapes of the Pacific Coast and its beach communities. However, my galleries also show an eclectic mix of images with a variety of subjects and places. When I visit an area, I try to tell the story of that area with images. I may take the “big” image of the location, but we will also look for what is overlooked, for the things that make an area unique and finish the story. I often use close cropping and square format to zero in on a subject, making a tiny piece of the whole become the new focus. I like to capture details such as color, patterns and textures. I am also drawn to nostalgia, vintage,...
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