Liberia, from Flags of All Nations, Series 1 (N9) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1887

This lithograph of the Liberian flag is part of the *Flags of All Nations* series, commissioned by Allen & Ginter, a popular cigarette brand. Produced in 1887, the artwork features a detailed depiction of the flag, complete with its red and white stripes and single white star on a blue field, waving proudly in the wind. This evocative image, set against a backdrop of a rural landscape, is typical of the collectible card style of the late 19th century. The artwork, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, reflects the burgeoning interest in global affairs and the rise of nationalism in the late 19th century.