Silver Spur: Jugg the Land Agent — 1886

Silver Spur: Jugg the Land Agent is an expressive 1886 theatrical poster centered on an exaggerated comic portrait. A formally dressed man peers through small spectacles with wide eyes, raised eyebrows, and a deliberately puzzled expression, creating the immediate humor associated with late-19th-century stage advertising.

Bold Silver Spur lettering crowns the composition, while Jugg the Land Agent appears beneath the portrait. Warm cream, brown, black, and sepia tones emphasize the character’s face and distinctive typography. Created by Phoenix Litho. Co. of Chicago, the poster survives as an engaging example of American theatrical promotion and Victorian-era caricature.

Artwork Details

• Artist: Not identified
• Title: Silver Spur
• Original title: Silver spur
• Series: Theatrical Poster Collection
• Date: 1886
• Period: 19th Century
• Place of Origin: Chicago, Illinois, United States
• Medium: Lithographic theatrical poster

Framed Print Details

• Fine art printing: Professional 12-color fine art printing technology produces vivid, accurate colors with strong tonal depth and significantly greater nuance than standard 4-color inkjet printing.
• Paper: Smooth premium matte paper with a clean, glare-free finish.
• Paper weight: 200 gsm (80 lb).
• Paper thickness: 0.26 mm (10.3 mils).
• Frame material: Durable pine wood.
• Frame dimensions: Approximately 20 mm (0.79 in) deep and 10–14 mm (0.4–0.6 in) wide.
• Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass protects the print while keeping the framed artwork lightweight.
• Ready to hang: A hanging kit is included, allowing the framed print to be mounted directly on the wall.
• Available sizes: Offered in a range of sizes to suit different spaces.
• Materials: Printed using FSC-certified paper and wood where available.
• Production: Each framed print is produced to order through a trusted international network of professional print studios.
• Shipping: Worldwide shipping is available.
• Made to order: There is no minimum order quantity. Each piece is printed and assembled on demand, reducing unnecessary stock and waste.

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