George Lowther, Death of Lowther, from the Pirates of the Spanish Main series (N19) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1886 - 1891

This 1886-1891 chromolithograph, "Death of Lowther" by Allen & Ginter, depicts a dramatic scene from the "Pirates of the Spanish Main" series of trading cards. The image features George Lowther, a prominent pirate, lying dead on a sandy beach, his lifeless hand resting on a pistol. The somber illustration is characteristic of the series, which focused on the lives and deaths of legendary pirates, often presented in a romanticized but violent manner. The card was issued as part of a larger set distributed by Allen & Ginter, a popular tobacco and trading card company.