Brighton, England, from the Surf Beauties series (N232), issued by Kinney Bros. 1889

This chromolithograph, titled "Brighton, England", was created by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1889 as part of their "Surf Beauties" series. The image depicts a woman in a stylish bathing suit, a popular subject for trade cards in the late 19th century. The woman's figure is rendered in a charmingly stylized fashion, highlighting the emerging trend of beach culture and fashionable seaside attire. This card is a valuable glimpse into the social history of the Victorian era, showcasing the allure of seaside resorts and the evolving role of women in society.