U.S. Frigate Tennessee, from the Naval Vessels of the World series (N226) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889
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"U.S. Frigate Tennessee" is a chromolithograph from the "Naval Vessels of the World" series of trading cards issued by Kinney Bros. Tobacco Company in 1889. The card depicts the U.S. frigate Tennessee, a sailing ship of the United States Navy. The image is a classic example of 19th century naval illustration, with detailed depictions of the ship's rigging and sails, as well as a stylized representation of the sea. This card was likely given out to consumers who purchased Kinney Bros. tobacco products. The card is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY.
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