Eight Spades (black), from the Playing Cards series (N84) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888

"Eight Spades (black)" is part of the "Playing Cards series (N84)" designed for Duke brand cigarettes. This 1888 artwork, created by W. Duke, Sons & Co., is a simple, yet effective, black and white illustration depicting the eight of spades in a classic playing card style. The design features six spades arranged in a symmetrical pattern, with the number "8" displayed in the top left and bottom right corners. This piece, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a notable example of commercially produced artwork from the late 19th century.