Portrait of woman, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 2) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889

This small, circular chromolithograph, "Portrait of Woman," is a prime example of the collectible cigarette cards popular in the late 19th century. Printed by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1889 as part of their "Novelties" series, the card features a bust-length portrait of an unidentified woman, rendered in a simple, yet detailed, style. The woman's elegant dress and delicate features were likely meant to appeal to a wide audience, reflecting the burgeoning popularity of both tobacco and collectible ephemera in the late Victorian era. This piece, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the world of commercial art and marketing during a pivotal period in American history.