Man and Chief, Pawnee, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1888

"Man and Chief, Pawnee" is a lithograph from the "American Indian Chiefs" series created in 1888 by Allen & Ginter. This collectible card, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, depicts a Pawnee man in profile wearing a traditional headdress. The card's small size, 2 3/4 x 1 1/2 inches, makes it a unique example of the use of lithography for commercial purposes in the late 19th century. This series of cards was distributed with Allen & Ginter brand cigarettes, a popular method for advertising in the late 1800s. The detailed imagery and use of bright colors contributed to the card's popularity, making it a valuable collectible today.