Description

About Victorian Trade Card A.S. Mallery Detroit

This Victorian trade card advertises A.S. Mallery & Co., New & Second Hand Furniture, located at 59 Michigan Ave., Detroit, Michigan. The charming lithographed scene—titled “A Family Dispute”—depicts a young child in a chef’s outfit chasing an indignant goose, both full of animated expression and humor.

Printed in vivid colors with detailed shading, the card also promotes storage at low rates, showcasing the playful yet effective advertising style of the late 19th to early 20th century. The reverse is blank, consistent with period trade card formats.

Product Features:

• Era: Late 1800s – Early 1900s

• Theme: Advertising / Humor / Victorian Ephemera

• Business: A.S. Mallery & Co., New & Second Hand Furniture, Detroit, MI

• Design: Full-color lithograph, humorous “Family Dispute” scene

• Condition: Some age-related toning and back surface wear; front colors remain vibrant

• Collectible Appeal: Antique advertising, Victorian humor, Detroit business history

Perfect for collectors of:

• Victorian trade cards

• Antique advertising ephemera

• Detroit history memorabilia

• Humorous vintage art