Halt, from the Parasol Drills series (N18) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1888

"Halt" is a chromolithograph from the *Parasol Drills* series, printed by Allen & Ginter in 1888. The image features a fashionable woman in a blue and white outfit, holding a parasol, which was a popular accessory for women in the late 19th century. The card is part of a set of 50, depicting a variety of women's fashions, and was likely given away with Allen & Ginter cigarettes. The *Parasol Drills* series is an example of *trade cards* used for advertising, often featuring beautiful illustrations of women, nature, and other appealing subjects to draw in customers.