Acorn, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 3) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889

"Acorn" is a chromolithograph from the "Novelties" series of trade cards issued by Kinney Bros. Tobacco Company in 1889. The card depicts a woman's face framed by a realistic depiction of an acorn shell, a popular design motif in Victorian era art. The card's small size (2 1/4 × 1 3/8 in.) and intricate details highlight the artistry of chromolithography, a printing technique that used multiple lithographic stones to create vibrant colors. The card was likely distributed as part of a promotional campaign for Kinney Bros. tobacco products, reflecting the company's use of popular imagery to attract customers.