Steamship Advance, The U.S. and Brazil Mail Steamship Company, from the Ocean and River Steamers series (N83) for Duke brand cigarettes 1887

This 1887 chromolithograph from the "Ocean and River Steamers" series, created by W. Duke, Sons & Co., depicts the steamship "Advance" belonging to the U.S. and Brazil Mail Steamship Company. The image showcases the ship in a profile view, sailing on a calm sea with a backdrop of a cloudy sky. The prominent inclusion of the American and Brazilian flags, alongside the ship's name and company details, reflects the importance of the transatlantic maritime trade route in the late 19th century. This series, likely produced for Duke brand cigarettes, exemplifies the common practice of using trading cards for advertising and promoting various products.