Soldier of the Line, Sweden, 1886, from the Military Series (N224) issued by Kinney Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1888

This is a chromolithograph from a series of trading cards issued in 1888 by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company to promote their Sweet Caporal cigarettes. The card features a soldier from the Swedish army of 1886, depicted in full uniform and holding a rifle. The image exemplifies the trend of using military imagery in product marketing, and it serves as a visual record of the Swedish military's dress during this era. The vibrant colors and detailed depiction of the soldier showcase the quality of chromolithographic printing popular during this period.