Steamship Abyssinia, Canadian Pacific Line, from the Ocean and River Steamers series (N83) for Duke brand cigarettes 1887

This colorful lithograph from 1887, part of the Ocean and River Steamers series for Duke brand cigarettes, depicts the steamship "Abyssinia" of the Canadian Pacific Line. Created by the tobacco company W. Duke, Sons & Co., the artwork features a romanticized depiction of the ship sailing through choppy waters with the Canadian Pacific Line emblem and a Union Jack flag prominently displayed. The inclusion of a female figure in the composition adds a touch of personification to the image, further emphasizing the grandeur of the ship and the allure of maritime travel.