Napier, from the Great Generals series (N15) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1888
allenginter
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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character portrait
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portrait image
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caricature
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portrait reference
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portrait head and shoulder
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men
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portrait drawing
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facial portrait
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portrait art
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fine art portrait
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celebrity portrait
This lithograph card, part of the *Great Generals series* (N15), features a portrait of General Sir Charles James Napier, a prominent British military figure. The card was produced by Allen & Ginter, a company known for its trading cards, which often included images of historical figures. The card's design, featuring a close-up portrait of Napier against a backdrop of soldiers and a battlefield scene, is typical of the genre of collectible cards from the late 19th century, often featuring portraits and historical information about famous figures. The card is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.
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