Fire, from the Parasol Drills series (N18) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1888

"Fire" is a chromolithograph from the "Parasol Drills" series produced by Allen & Ginter in 1888. This card, part of a series of collectible cigarette cards, depicts a fashionable woman in a blue dress and a red hat holding a parasol. The card's colorful, detailed imagery showcases the popularity of collectible cards during the late 19th century, often featuring scenes from everyday life. The card is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's extensive collection of American graphic art.