Full Rigged Ship, from the Types of Vessels series (N139) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1889

"Full Rigged Ship" is a chromolithograph from the "Types of Vessels" series, created in 1889 by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco. The image showcases a detailed depiction of a full-rigged sailing ship, with intricate details of the sails and rigging, making it a valuable resource for maritime history enthusiasts. Its small size, measuring 2 7/16 × 4 3/16 inches, allowed for easy distribution as part of the tobacco company's marketing campaign. The artwork is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, offering a glimpse into the history of advertising and visual culture of the late 19th century.