Amiens, from the City Flags series (N6) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1887

This chromolithograph, "Amiens," is part of the *City Flags* series of trading cards issued by Allen & Ginter in 1887. The card depicts the city flag of Amiens, France, displaying the city's coat of arms. A stylized view of the city's skyline is also present, with a background of green trees and a water body. These cards were popular collectibles and a form of advertising for Allen & Ginter cigarettes. This particular card, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, is an example of the company's use of art to promote their products and educate consumers about the world.