Steamship Parisian, Allan Line, from the Ocean and River Steamers series (N83) for Duke brand cigarettes 1887

This colorful lithograph, created in 1887 by W. Duke, Sons & Co. for their Duke brand cigarettes, depicts the steamship Parisian, a vessel of the Allan Line. The artwork showcases the steamship sailing across the sea, with the French and British flags waving in the wind. The image is part of the "Ocean and River Steamers" series, a collection of trade cards that were popular in the late 19th century. This specific card showcases the glamorous world of travel by sea.