Thomas Anstis, The Pirates' Retreat, from the Pirates of the Spanish Main series (N19) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1886 - 1891

"The Pirates' Retreat" is a colorful lithograph card from the "Pirates of the Spanish Main" series produced by Allen & Ginter for their cigarette brand in 1886-1891. The card depicts a portrait of the pirate Thomas Anstis, sporting a red and black tri-cornered hat with a long, bushy mustache. The background features a stylized seascape with ships visible in the distance. This series of cards used colorful lithographic printing to capture the romantic allure of pirates and their adventures.