Catalog of Valentines for 1882, McLoughlin Brothers, 1882
THF278553 / Catalog of Valentines for 1882, McLoughlin Brothers, 1882 / front cover
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Artifact Overview
Throughout the second half of the nineteenth century, family members and sweethearts commonly exchanged Valentine's Day greetings. Typical valentines were frilly and often depicted cherubs, birds, or flower garlands. This eye-catching catalog lists a range of valentines offered by the McLoughlin Bros. publishing firm for 1882.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Trade catalog
Date Made
1882
Subject Date
1882
Creators
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2019.0.3.96
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 8 in
Width: 5.25 in
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John and Edmund McLoughlin's publishing firm became well-known in the mid-1800s for its early adoption and skillful use of new color printing techniques. Realizing success in the emerging market for children's books, the brothers expanded their product line to include toys and games. Products bearing the McLoughlin Bros. name remained popular even after the company’s acquisition by Milton Bradley in 1920.