Captain Halsey, The Dutchman Acquainted them of this Error, from the Pirates of the Spanish Main series (N19) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1886 - 1891

This is a chromolithograph card from the “Pirates of the Spanish Main” series, produced by Allen & Ginter for their cigarette brand. The card features an image of Captain Halsey, a well-known pirate figure. The card depicts a scene from Halsey's life, with a caption "The Dutchman acquainted them of their error". Chromolithographs were popular in the 19th century and were used to create colorful and eye-catching images. This card is a prime example of the artistic style of the time. The card is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.