From the series "Sports Girls" (C190), issued by the American Cigarette Company, Ltd., Montreal, to promote Gloria Cigarettes 1885 - 1895

This colorful lithograph, part of the "Sports Girls" series, was created by the American Cigarette Company, Ltd., to promote Gloria Cigarettes. Dating back to 1885-1895, it depicts a young woman in a vibrant military-inspired costume, a common theme in turn-of-the-century advertising. The image's small size and decorative elements suggest it was intended for inclusion in a cigarette pack or promotional materials, reflecting a time when tobacco companies used imagery to appeal to diverse audiences. This artwork is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.