Cup of Violets, from the Novelties series (N122) issued by Gail & Ax Tobacco to promote Navy Long Cut 1889

"Cup of Violets" is a chromolithograph from the "Novelties" series, produced in 1889 by Gail & Ax Tobacco to promote their Navy Long Cut tobacco. The artwork features a young woman with long, curly hair and a blue ribbon, framed in a delicate vase. The vase is adorned with a bouquet of violets, a symbol of love and affection. The piece exemplifies the aesthetic trends of the late 19th century, using vibrant colors and detailed imagery, often seen in trade cards, which were popular forms of advertising during this period.