Gypsy Girl, from World's Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888
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animal portrait
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fine art portrait
"Gypsy Girl" is a chromolithograph trading card from the "World's Smokers" series produced by Allen & Ginter in 1888 for their brand of cigarettes. The card depicts a woman, possibly of Romani descent, smoking a pipe. The card is part of a larger series that aimed to depict a diverse range of people from around the world who were known for their smoking habits. The "World's Smokers" series is an example of a popular type of trading card that gained traction in the late 19th century, often used as a promotional tool for various brands.
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