Jake Kilrain, Pugilist, from World's Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1887

"Jake Kilrain, Pugilist" is a lithograph from the *World's Champions* series of trading cards, produced by Allen & Ginter in 1887. The card features a portrait of Jake Kilrain, a famous American boxer, in a fighting pose. The image is rendered in a realistic style, with a detailed depiction of Kilrain's musculature and expression. This card was given away as a promotional item with Allen & Ginter cigarettes, exemplifying the popularity of trading cards and the growing interest in sports during this period. The card is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.