Officer, Municipal Guard, French Army, 1886, from the Military Series (N224) issued by Kinney Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1888

This is a colorful lithograph from the "Military Series" of trade cards issued by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1888 to promote their "Sweet Caporal" cigarettes. This card, depicting an "Officer, Municipal Guard, French Army, 1886," is part of a series of images showcasing uniforms and military regalia. The card, which measures just 2 3/4 × 1 1/2 in., features a detailed illustration of a French military officer in full uniform, complete with a sword and a striking red-topped cap. These collectible trade cards are notable examples of early 20th-century commercial art and are currently held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.