Sitting Bull, Dakota Sioux, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N36) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 chromolithograph card by Allen & Ginter depicts Sitting Bull, a Lakota leader, as part of their "American Indian Chiefs" series. The card was distributed as a collectible for Allen & Ginter cigarettes. It features a portrait of Sitting Bull, adorned in traditional attire, alongside a depiction of a buffalo hide, symbolizing the importance of hunting and the culture of the Dakota Sioux. The card provides a glimpse into the company's marketing strategy, using popular figures to promote their tobacco products, and offers a visual representation of a pivotal figure in Native American history.