Franz Joseph I, Emperor of Austria, from 'Europe During the War'

Anonymous, 20th century|Franz Joseph I

ca. 1920 · Commercial color lithograph · Drawings and Prints

Collectible trade cards such as these were inserted in commercial products to advertise brands and communicate information about the Great War to a wide audience. Included in this set are portraits of heads of state, depictions of important battles, and representations of daily life during the War. Each illustration is accompanied by a related description on the back of the card. Translation of description on verso: On July 28, 1914, Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia. On August 5th, on Russia. On August 25th, on Japan. On August 28th, on Belgium.

Artist

Anonymous, 20th century|Franz Joseph I

Date

ca. 1920

Medium

Commercial color lithograph

Department

Drawings and Prints

Credit line

Purchase, Jefferson R. Burdick Bequest, 2017