High and Lofty Tumbler, from the Jokes series (N87) for Duke brand cigarettes 1890

"High and Lofty Tumbler" is a humorous trade card from the "Jokes" series produced by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in 1890 to promote Duke brand cigarettes. The image depicts a man attempting to drink from an oversized glass of beer, a playful exaggeration of a common social activity of the time. The vibrant colors and detailed illustration make this a charming example of late 19th-century advertising and are considered a fascinating glimpse into the social scene and humor of the era. The trade card is now held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.