Woman wearing hat with ribbons, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 2) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889

This 1889 chromolithograph by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company is a charming example of trade card art. The image, part of the "Novelties" series, depicts a woman in a white bonnet adorned with a large red bow, her blonde hair cascading down her shoulders. The woman's delicate features and the intricate detail of her clothing, along with the vignette's circular framing, are characteristic of trade cards from the late 19th century. This piece, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the artistic quality of these once commonplace objects, offering a glimpse into the visual culture of the period.