Black Americana Trade Cards, circa 1880's
Scope and Contents
Stereotypical black representations on three advertising trade cards. The cards for pancake batter and clothes depict African Americans with large eyes and mouths along with other stereotypical features.
Dates
- Creation: circa 1880's
Conditions Governing Access:
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Extent
From the Collection: 4 Linear Feet
Language
English
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Acc.2009.346
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository