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Albert Hildesheimer

Listed in the Manchester trade directory for 1876 as “..importer of fancy and transfer prints” at 13 Shudehill. By 1880 he was resident in London and occupied business premises at 41 Jewin Street.

The same address was used for the new enterprise, Hildesheimer & Faulkner (H&F), when he formed a partnership with Charles William Faulkner in 1881.

New Year card published by Albert Hildesheimer

The H&F publishing concern was dissolved by mutual consent in December 1893 with Albert Hildesheimer continuing on his business activities at New Zealand Avenue, London.

Trade card for Albert Hildesheimer

Cards are identified by “A. Hr” or “Albert Hildesheimer” printed on front of card.

  • From top
  • New Year greeting card
  • Published by Albert Hildesheimer
  • 108 x 140mm (4¼ x 5½in)
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  • Albert Hildesheimer trade card
  • Fine art publisher and colour printer
  • 2 New Zealand Avenue, Barbican, London EC
  • 62 x 95mm (2½ x 3¾in)

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