Sand Bag Exercise, from the Pretty Athletes series (N196) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889

This chromolithograph, "Sand Bag Exercise," is part of the "Pretty Athletes" series created by the company Wm. S. Kimball & Co. in 1889. It depicts a woman in a sporty, late 19th-century attire holding a sandbag, showcasing a popular fitness exercise of the time. The image is a reminder of how sports and fitness activities were evolving in the late 19th century and provides a glimpse into the fashion and exercise trends of that era. This card, along with other cards in the series, were likely distributed as trade cards to promote the company's products. The card's small size and detailed illustration make it an interesting example of "trade cards" and "chromolithography."