Victorian Liebig Trade Card Orpheus in der Unterwelt Myth Art

This Victorian-era trade card from Liebig Gesellschaft features a vivid chromolithograph illustrating the mythological scene "Orpheus in der Unterwelt." The artwork depicts Orpheus pleading in the underworld, surrounded by classical figures including a grim reaper with a scythe and a large black dog, rendered in rich colors with detailed shading typical of late 19th-century chromolithography. The card measures approximately 3.5 x 2.5 inches, standard for collectible trade cards of this period.

Produced by the renowned Liebig company, famous for their meat extract products, this card is part of a series promoting the nutritional benefits of Liebig's Fleisch-Extrakt. The German text on the front and back explains the myth and ties it to the strength and flavor bestowed by Liebig's products, reflecting the brand's historical marketing approach.