Soldier of the Line, Hungary, 1850, from the Military Series (N224) issued by Kinney Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1888

"Soldier of the Line, Hungary, 1850" is a chromolithograph from the "Military Series" (N224) issued by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes. The artwork, created in 1888, depicts a Hungarian soldier from the mid-19th century, standing at attention with a rifle and a knapsack. This colorful and detailed illustration provides a glimpse into the military attire and weaponry of the era. The image is part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and serves as a reminder of the historical connection between tobacco companies and early forms of popular advertising.