Swampscott, Massachusetts, from the Surf Beauties series (N232), issued by Kinney Bros. 1889

This chromolithograph, part of the "Surf Beauties" series, depicts a woman in a bathing suit standing on a buoy in the water off of the coast of Swampscott, Massachusetts. Issued by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1889, this card is a prime example of the popular "trade card" format of the late 19th century used to promote the company's product. The image is a colorful and visually striking depiction of a woman engaged in a leisurely activity, likely meant to associate the tobacco brand with pleasure and enjoyment. The series, which features other coastal locations, is now a popular collectible.