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Original Victorian Advertising Trade Card
Fred A. Werner – “The Shoe Man”
128 South Howard Street – Akron, Ohio
Offered is a beautiful late 19th-century chromolithograph advertising trade card for Akron shoe merchant Fred A. Werner.
The card features a vibrant multi-scene composition including:
• Detailed roses and floral bouquet
• Winter lakeside cottage scene
• Colorful bluebirds perched on branches
• Scenic shoreline vignette
Imprint reads:
“Compliments of FRED. A. WERNER, THE SHOE MAN, 128 South Howard Street, Akron, O.”
This card has strong crossover appeal for collectors of:
Akron Ohio history
Shoe & retail advertising
Victorian trade cards
Chromolithographs
Bird and floral art
19th century ephemera
Bright color and decorative appeal make this an excellent display piece.
Antique condition with age-appropriate wear:
• Light edge and corner wear
• Minor surface handling marks
• Light toning consistent with age
Color remains strong and attractive.
No major tears or heavy creases visible.
Please review photos carefully for exact condition.
Guaranteed original – not a reproduction.
Ships flat, protected, and securely packaged.