Printing proof of cards, from National Dances (N225, Type 2) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889

This "Printing proof of cards, from National Dances" sheet from 1889, produced by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company, features twelve illustrations of individuals in various national costumes performing dances. The artwork was likely part of a larger set of trading cards that were distributed with Kinney Brothers' tobacco products. This example, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the company's use of vibrant colors and detailed depictions of diverse cultures, highlighting the popularity of collecting ephemera in the late 19th century.