Jack of Clubs, from Harlequin Cards, 2nd Series (N220) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889

This colorful illustration, "Jack of Clubs, from Harlequin Cards, 2nd Series (N220)," is a playing card produced by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1889. The artwork features a whimsical Jack of Clubs holding a club-shaped container labeled "RYE," referencing the company's tobacco products. This card was part of a series of playing cards issued as promotional materials by the tobacco company, reflecting the common practice of incorporating advertising into everyday objects during this period. The card's bold colors and cartoonish style, typical of late 19th-century American illustration, contribute to its lighthearted and engaging aesthetic.