Steamship Atlas, Atlas Steamship Company, from the Ocean and River Steamers series (N83) for Duke brand cigarettes 1887

"Steamship Atlas, Atlas Steamship Company" is a trade card from 1887, created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. for Duke brand cigarettes. The card features a colorful depiction of a steamship, the "Atlas," sailing on the water, with a woman’s portrait on the left side. The image is framed by decorative borders, with flags representing the United States and Great Britain in the upper right corner. This trade card exemplifies a popular 19th-century trend of using colorful and engaging imagery to advertise products. Trade cards like this are often collected for their historical and artistic value, reflecting the visual culture and advertising practices of the time.