Victorian 1895 Woolson Spice Co. Lion Coffee Trade Card "Playmates" Girl & Pug For Sale

Discover a charming piece of advertising history with this authentic Victorian trade card from 1895, issued by Woolson Spice Co. for their Lion Coffee brand. The front of the card features a delightful sepia-toned photograph, beautifully framed within an ornate, gold-toned rococo-style border, depicting a sweet young girl gently cradling an adorable pug dog in a basket. This captivating imagery, titled "Playmates," was designed to evoke warmth and domesticity, making it an appealing collectible.The reverse side of the card provides fascinating insight into period marketing, detailing how this "Beautiful Picture" could be obtained free in exchange for 18 Lion heads from coffee wrappers and a 2-cent stamp. It also advertises a larger, 14x26 inch watercolor panel version of the artwork. The card is printed on a sturdy, light brown card stock with an embossed floral design, adding to its vintage appeal. This rare piece is a wonderful example of late 19th-century advertising art, perfect for collectors of Victorian ephemera, coffee memorabilia, or dog-themed collectibles.