Officer of Artillery, Portugal, from the Military Series (N224) issued by Kinney Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1888

This colorful lithograph, "Officer of Artillery, Portugal," is part of the "Military Series" of trade cards issued by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1888 to promote their Sweet Caporal cigarettes. The card depicts a soldier in full uniform, standing against a stylized background of red and yellow, creating a visually striking image. These trade cards, known for their detailed illustrations of military uniforms from around the world, were popular collectibles at the time and are now sought after by collectors of historical ephemera and military memorabilia.