Proserpina, Goddess of the Nether World, from the Goddesses of the Greeks and Romans series (N188) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889

This chromolithograph, part of the "Goddesses of the Greeks and Romans" series by William S. Kimball & Co., depicts Proserpina, the Roman goddess of the underworld, in a romanticized style. Proserpina, known as Persephone in Greek mythology, is portrayed with a crown and a trident, a symbol of her power over the realm of the dead. Created in 1889, the card's vibrant colors and delicate details highlight the beauty and grandeur associated with this ancient figure. The print is an example of late 19th century printmaking, common in trade cards, and illustrates the continued popularity of classical mythology in the Victorian era.