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

This is a chromolithograph trading card from the "Goddesses of the Greeks and Romans" series, produced by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. in 1889. The card depicts Psyche, the Greek goddess of the soul, holding a mirror and looking at her reflection. She is adorned with a flowing pink and gold gown and a pair of delicate wings. This card, like other trading cards of the time, was likely included in a package of cigarettes or other products. The image uses a detailed and realistic style, typical of popular illustration in the late 19th century, with a focus on beautiful and romantic depictions of Greek and Roman mythology. This card provides insight into the visual culture and the popularity of classical mythology during this period.