Museum Collections
Luce Center
Cigarette silk
Object Number:
2002.1.3242
Date:
1890-1920
Medium:
Cloth
Dimensions:
4 7/8 x 2 7/8 in.
Description:
A natural beige silk cloth printed with a flag marked "Norway", red divided by a blue cross with white borders, over a red crowned shield with a gold rampant lion holding a battle axe. Printed "Nebo Cigarettes" at the bottom edge. One of a series of historical world flags and standards. Given as collectible premiums by cigarette manufacturers.
Credit Line:
Gift of Bella C. Landauer
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.