Organic Revolution, from the Jokes series (N87) for Duke brand cigarettes 1890

"Organic Revolution" is a humorous illustration from the "Jokes" series of trade cards created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in 1890 to promote their Duke brand cigarettes. The trade card depicts a man in overalls, wearing a wide-brimmed hat, pushing a small table and drinking from a cup. The card's humorous imagery was meant to appeal to a working-class audience, and the use of the term "organic" in the title suggests a connection to nature and the brand's tobacco products. The trade card is an example of advertising from the late 19th century, and it is a reminder of the evolving relationship between consumerism and art.