Cross Bowman, France, 15th Century, from the Military Series (N224) issued by Kinney Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1888

This colorful lithograph, "Cross Bowman, France, 15th Century," from 1888 is part of the "Military Series" of trading cards produced by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes. The image depicts a fully armored crossbowman, with a white cross on his red chest, standing with his weapon at the ready. These cards were a popular form of advertising in the late 19th century, appealing to a wide audience. The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses this miniature artwork, showcasing the history of marketing and visual representations of medieval weaponry.