Japanese, from Types of Nationalities (N240) issued by Kinney Bros. 1890

This 1890 lithograph by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company is part of a larger series called *Types of Nationalities*. This particular card depicts a Japanese man in traditional clothing and is accompanied by a poem about a benevolent Mikado. The card is a prime example of the use of lithography in late 19th century commercial advertising, in this case, promoting the Kinney Brothers' tobacco products. It is also a reminder of how popular culture used to depict different nationalities and their perceived characteristics. This collectible card, now preserved in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a fascinating artifact for those studying cultural history and the evolution of marketing.