Sieur de Montauban, Explosion of Magazine, from the Pirates of the Spanish Main series (N19) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1886 - 1891

This chromolithograph, part of the "Pirates of the Spanish Main" series, depicts Sieur de Montauban, a legendary pirate, amidst the chaos of a naval battle. Created by Allen & Ginter, a tobacco company, for their cigarette cards, the artwork was produced between 1886 and 1891. The image features Montauban in a wide-brimmed hat, his face a mixture of determination and swagger, as he witnesses the explosion of a ship in the background. The vibrant colors and dramatic scene evoke the excitement and danger associated with the Golden Age of Piracy, making it a popular collectible for both history enthusiasts and art lovers.