Drum, from the Musical Instruments series (N82) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888

"Drum" is a chromolithograph from the "Musical Instruments" series created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in 1888. It depicts a woman in a military uniform holding a drum. The card was part of a series of trade cards issued by the cigarette manufacturer W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote their Duke brand cigarettes. The card is considered a prime example of 19th-century trade card advertising. The bright colors and detailed imagery of the card were designed to attract attention and promote the Duke brand. Trade cards were a popular form of advertising in the late 19th century, often featuring images related to popular culture, sports, or entertainment. The card is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.