Seimseim, from the Musical Instruments series (N82) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888

"Seimseim" is a chromolithograph from the "Musical Instruments" series, produced by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in 1888 as a collectible trading card for Duke brand cigarettes. It depicts a young woman dressed in traditional Japanese clothing playing a shamisen, a three-stringed musical instrument. The card's vibrant colors and detailed depiction of Japanese culture reflect the growing interest in the East in the late 19th century. This particular card is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.