George Bubear, Oarsman, from World's Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1887
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This chromolithograph card, part of the "World's Champions" series, depicts George Bubear, a renowned oarsman. Created in 1887 by Allen & Ginter, the card served as a collectible advertisement for their cigarettes. The image showcases Bubear's portrait, with a smaller depiction of him rowing in the background. The card is a prime example of 19th-century printmaking techniques and the trend of using athlete trading cards for advertising.
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