History of Ole Bull, from the Histories of Poor Boys and Famous People series of booklets (N79) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888

This colorful lithograph, created in 1888 by W. Duke, Sons & Co., portrays Ole Bull, a renowned Norwegian violinist. The image captures Bull's likeness, featuring him with a distinguished, white beard and a red bow tie. He's positioned with a scroll of paper in hand, which alludes to his artistic achievements. This piece is part of a series of booklets, "Histories of Poor Boys and Famous People," created for Duke brand cigarettes, showcasing notable individuals and their stories. The small size of the booklet, measuring 2 3/4 × 1 1/2 in. (7 × 3.8 cm) when closed, and 2 3/4 × 2 7/8 in. (7 × 7.3 cm) when open, highlights the compact nature of these collectible cards. This artwork is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY.