"Here's my Maud S.," from the Terrors of America set (N136) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1888 - 1889

This colorful chromolithograph card, “Here’s my Maud S.,” from the *Terrors of America* set (N136), was issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co., a prominent tobacco company, between 1888 and 1889. The card features a whimsical illustration of a young boy driving a small, decorated wagon pulled by a black ox named “Maud S.” The image is a humorous and whimsical promotion for Honest Long Cut Tobacco, highlighting a popular cultural figure and the brand’s association with American life. This is a classic example of trade cards, which were popular forms of advertising in the late 19th century, and collectible cards featuring famous horses. This card is part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.