Banjo, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 5) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889

This chromolithograph, "Banjo," is part of the "Novelties" series of trade cards issued by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1889. The card depicts a banjo with a floral design on its body. The banjo is depicted in detail, with its strings, fretboard, and tuning pegs all visible. The intricate design of the flowers on the banjo's body suggests that the card was intended to appeal to a wide audience, particularly those who enjoyed music and craftsmanship. The "Novelties" series was a popular form of advertising in the late 19th century, and these cards are now sought after by collectors of ephemera. This particular card can be found in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.