Modern Ocean Grey Hound, from the Types of Vessels series (N139) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1889

"Modern Ocean Grey Hound" is a chromolithograph from the "Types of Vessels" series created in 1889 by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco. The image depicts a steamship with billowing smoke, sailing across a choppy sea, with the American flag at the mast. The detailed illustration highlights the technological advancements in maritime transportation during the late 19th century, capturing the spirit of industrialization and exploration. The card is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York.