Pistol Shooting, from the Games and Sports series (N165) for Old Judge Cigarettes by Goodwin & Company

Pistol Shooting, from the Games and Sports series (N165) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1889

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"Pistol Shooting" is a chromolithograph from the "Games and Sports" series, created in 1889 by Goodwin & Company for Old Judge Cigarettes. The image depicts a woman in a long dress, firing a pistol at a target in a field, a man watches on a stool to the right. This collectible card exemplifies the popularity of sporting imagery on trade cards during the late 19th century. The vibrant colors and detailed figures make this a visually engaging piece, showcasing the artistry of chromolithography. "Pistol Shooting" now resides in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City.

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