Raceland, from The World's Racers series (N32) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888

"Raceland" is a chromolithograph from the *The World's Racers* series, created by Allen & Ginter in 1888. It depicts a thoroughbred racehorse standing in a field with its jockey. Originally printed as a trade card for Allen & Ginter's cigarettes, this card is an example of the *trade card* genre, which often featured images related to popular pastimes and hobbies. The card's bright colors and detailed depiction of the horse and jockey were likely designed to appeal to cigarette smokers. The card is now part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, highlighting the historical and cultural significance of these small but important pieces of Americana.