Engineer Corps, Spain, 1853, from the Military Series (N224) issued by Kinney Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1888

This chromolithograph, created in 1888 by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company, depicts a member of the Spanish Engineer Corps. It was part of a series of trading cards issued to promote Sweet Caporal cigarettes. The card showcases the detailed uniform of the soldier, including his blue coat with red trim, a distinctive red cap, and his tools and weapons. The artwork serves as a historical snapshot of military dress during the mid-19th century, and its small size and simple composition contribute to its appeal as a collectible. The work can be found at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.