Musketeer, France, 17th Century, from the Military Series (N224) issued by Kinney Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1888

This colorful lithograph, "Musketeer, France, 17th Century," from 1888, is a prime example of trade card art. Created by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company to promote their Sweet Caporal cigarettes, the image depicts a French musketeer in full regalia. The card, part of the "Military Series" (N224), features the musketeer standing with a musket in hand, showcasing the fashion and weaponry of the 17th century. While the image is stylized and perhaps not historically accurate, it effectively captures the essence of the era for the tobacco company's target audience. The card's small size, measuring just 2 3/4 × 1 1/2 in., reflects its intended use as a collectible for cigarette smokers.