Delaware, from the Industries of States series (N117) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1889

This chromolithograph, "Delaware," was created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in 1889 as part of the "Industries of States" series of trading cards to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco. The card depicts a female figure, likely representing the state of Delaware, standing before the state's coat of arms and holding the American flag. The image is an example of the "trade card" genre of art, often used for advertising and marketing purposes, and is a valuable historical artifact showcasing the artistic style and cultural context of late 19th-century America. The card is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York, NY.