Weak Fish, from the series Fishers and Fish (N74) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888

"Weak Fish" is a chromolithograph from the series "Fishers and Fish (N74)" for Duke brand cigarettes created by Knapp & Company in 1888. The image depicts a detailed illustration of a fish swimming in a green and blue water background, typical of the chromolithographic printing style prevalent at the time. The card is part of a larger series of trade cards that were distributed with cigarette packs, a common marketing practice in the late 19th century. "Weak Fish," now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the artistry of chromolithographic printing and offers a glimpse into the history of advertising and tobacco culture.