Trunk Fish, from the series Fishers and Fish (N74) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888

"Trunk Fish" is a chromolithograph from the "Fishers and Fish" series of trading cards produced in 1888 by Knapp & Company for Duke brand cigarettes. The card depicts a woman with exaggerated features wearing a green hat, striped dress, and yellow bow, holding a fishing rod with a trunk fish on the line. This whimsical depiction of a popular 19th-century pastime was intended to appeal to consumers and promote Duke cigarettes. The card is a fine example of late 19th-century chromolithographic printing and is a delightful glimpse into the world of turn-of-the-century advertising.