Edwin Bibby, Wrestler, from World's Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888

This chromolithograph card is part of a larger series of trading cards produced by Allen & Ginter in 1888 to promote their cigarettes. The card features a portrait of Edwin Bibby, a wrestler known for his "catch as catch can" style. The card's simple design, featuring a close-up portrait against a stippled background, is characteristic of the genre of trade cards from the late 19th century. The image is likely based on a photograph, highlighting the realistic detail of Bibby’s physique and attire. Today, the card is a valuable piece of ephemera for collectors of both sports history and 19th-century advertising.