Niagara Falls, from the Transparencies series (N137) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1884 - 1890

This chromolithograph, part of a series of trade cards issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote their "Honest Long Cut Tobacco," depicts a romanticized view of Niagara Falls. The vibrant colors and detailed brushstrokes, reminiscent of the Hudson River School, portray the powerful cascade under a glowing sunset. This image, likely meant to evoke a sense of grandeur and natural beauty, is a testament to the use of art in advertising during the late 19th century.