Nox, Goddess of the Night, from the Goddesses of the Greeks and Romans series (N188) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889

"Nox, Goddess of the Night" is a chromolithograph from the "Goddesses of the Greeks and Romans" series issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. in 1889. The card depicts the Roman goddess Nox as a reclining woman with flowing golden hair, partially draped in a white gown, against a backdrop of a starry night sky. This particular card is a prime example of the widespread interest in mythology and classical art during the Victorian era. The use of chromolithography, a printing process that utilized multiple colors, was commonly employed in the production of trading cards during the 19th century and added a sense of vibrancy to the depiction of the Roman goddess. This artwork, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, showcases the evolving visual culture and artistic trends of the late 19th century.