Corinne as "The Bugler," from the series Fancy Dress Ball Costumes (N73) for Duke brand cigarettes 1889

This chromolithograph, "Corinne as "The Bugler," from the series Fancy Dress Ball Costumes (N73) for Duke brand cigarettes", created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in 1889, depicts a woman in a whimsical costume. The woman is adorned with a bugle hat and a panpipe-like object, signifying her role as a bugler. These collectible cards were distributed as trade cards with Duke cigarettes, highlighting the popular pastime of card collecting and the growing presence of cigarette advertising in the late 19th century. The image showcases the artistry of chromolithography, a printing technique that utilizes multiple colors to create a vibrant and detailed visual.