Organ, from the Musical Instruments series (N82) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888

This chromolithograph, "Organ," is part of a series of trade cards created by the W. Duke, Sons & Co. tobacco company in 1888. The card depicts a woman playing a pump organ while wearing a pink dress. It’s an example of the popular Victorian era style trade card, which sought to associate the brand with leisure, refinement, and feminine beauty. The card is a reminder of the ubiquitous nature of tobacco advertising in the late 19th century, particularly through collectible trade cards.