Caricatured Arabian, 1 Dirhem, from the series Coins of All Nations (N72, variation 2) for Duke brand cigarettes 1889

This 1889 lithograph, "Caricatured Arabian, 1 Dirhem," from the series "Coins of All Nations" was created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. for Duke brand cigarettes. The piece depicts a caricature of an Arab man in traditional clothing, holding a large silver coin in front of him. This illustrated trading card is a humorous representation of an Arabian coin with a large emphasis on the Arab man's exaggerated facial features. It was part of a larger set designed to advertise Duke cigarettes. This artwork is currently part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection in New York City.