Jem Smith, Champion Heavy Weight Pugilist of England, from the Champions of Games and Sports series (N184, Type 2) issued by W.S. Kimball & Co. by W.S. Kimball & Co.

Jem Smith, Champion Heavy Weight Pugilist of England, from the Champions of Games and Sports series (N184, Type 2) issued by W.S. Kimball & Co. 1887

drawing, print

drawing

toned paper

print

pencil sketch

caricature

portrait reference

coloured pencil

coffee painting

men

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

watercolour illustration

athlete

watercolor

This is a chromolithograph trading card from the "Champions of Games and Sports" series published by W.S. Kimball & Co. in 1887. The card features Jem Smith, a renowned English boxer, and showcases his portrait with a boxing match scene depicted below. The detailed illustration highlights the popularity of boxing and collectible cards in 19th-century America, capturing the excitement and admiration for athletic figures like Jem Smith. This card, measuring 2 11/16 × 1 1/2 in. (6.8 × 3.8 cm), is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.