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Trade card for the Fairbank Canning Company, Chicago, Illinois, c1890
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Trade card for the Fairbank Canning Company, Chicago, Illinois, c1890
Trade card for the Fairbank Canning Company, Chicago, Illinois, c1890. Advertisement for Lion Brand corned beef. In the background, cattle are entering an abattoir and canning factory
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Anthropomorphic Anthropomorphism Beef Canned Food Canning Cattle Chicago Chromolithograph Food Preservation Illinois Lion Meat Tinned Food Trade Card Ann Ronan Pictures Corned Beef
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This vibrant and captivating trade card from the late 19th century showcases the Fairbank Canning Company, a prominent player in the bustling city of Chicago, Illinois. The eye-catching chromolithograph print features an advertisement for their renowned Lion Brand corned beef. Intriguingly, this piece of advertising art also offers a glimpse into the industrial process behind this delectable canned meat. In the background, we see cattle gracefully entering an abattoir and canning factory – a testament to Fairbank's commitment to quality sourcing and food preservation. The anthropomorphic elements add a touch of whimsy to this otherwise informative image. Dressed in colorful clothes and donning hats, these personified animals exude character as they playfully interact with each other amidst their journey towards becoming succulent corned beef. As we delve into the details of this trade card, it becomes apparent that it is not just about promoting Fairbank's products; it encapsulates America's thriving agricultural industry during that era. It symbolizes progress and innovation while paying homage to traditional farming practices. With its vivid colors and meticulous attention to detail, this print truly captures the essence of 19th-century America - a nation on the cusp of modernization yet deeply rooted in its agricultural heritage. A fascinating historical artifact that transports us back in time while enticing us with mouthwatering possibilities offered by Lion Brand corned beef.
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