Dorothy Dene in Colors of Columbia Yacht Club, from the Yacht Colors of the World series (N140) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco by W. Duke, Sons & Co.

Dorothy Dene in Colors of Columbia Yacht Club, from the Yacht Colors of the World series (N140) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1890

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This chromolithograph, part of the "Yacht Colors of the World" series, depicts a woman in a sailor's uniform with the flag of the Columbia Yacht Club. The print was created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in 1890, as a trade card to promote their brand of "Honest Long Cut" tobacco. The trade card features a portrait of Dorothy Dene, the mascot of the club, in a red jacket with a white and blue striped shirt, and a white hat. The image is surrounded by decorative elements such as a flagpole and oars, alluding to the maritime theme of the card. This card is an example of trade card advertising from the late 19th century, a popular method of promotion for many businesses during this period. The image can be viewed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

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