Happy New Year, from the New Years 1890 series (N227) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889 - 1890

This charming card from the "Happy New Year" series, created by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1889, features a festive winter scene. A small wooden fence encloses a snow-covered cottage, nestled amidst trees, while sprigs of holly and mistletoe, symbols of the holiday season, adorn the border. The card's delicate details and warm color palette evoke the joy and anticipation of the New Year. "Happy New Year" is written in elegant red lettering in the upper right corner. This collectible card, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, highlights the use of trade cards as a form of advertising in the late 19th century. The intricate design and holiday theme made these cards popular keepsakes for collectors.