James Albert, Pedestrian-Go As You Please, from World's Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888
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"James Albert, Pedestrian-Go As You Please" is a chromolithograph trading card from the Allen & Ginter "World's Champions" series. The card depicts James Albert, a pedestrian, in profile holding a walking stick. It was produced in 1888 by the Allen & Ginter company and is a classic example of the "trade card" genre of art, often used for advertising and collectible purposes. This card is a testament to the popularity of pedestrianism in the late 19th century and offers a glimpse into the sporting culture of the time. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York houses this small but significant piece of historical artwork.
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