Frank B. "Yank" Adams, Billiard Player, from World's Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1887

This 1887 lithograph, part of the "World's Champions" series, depicts Frank B. "Yank" Adams, a renowned billiards player. Created by Allen & Ginter, the card was originally intended as a collectible advertisement for their cigarettes. The detailed portrait of Adams in a formal attire captures the essence of a skilled professional, while the billiards balls in the foreground subtly reinforce his athletic prowess. The card showcases the distinctive style of late 19th-century printmaking, combining vivid colors with meticulous detail in its depiction of the celebrated athlete. This collectible piece is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.