Old Transatlantic Side-Wheeler, from the Types of Vessels series (N139) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1889

"Old Transatlantic Side-Wheeler" is a chromolithograph from the "Types of Vessels" series created in 1889 by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote their "Honest Long Cut" tobacco. This lithograph, part of a larger series of trade cards, depicts a side-wheel steamship with sails, showcasing the technological advancement of transatlantic travel in the 19th century. The vibrant colors and detailed imagery capture the romanticism and grandeur of ocean liners during this era. The card's small size, measuring 2 5/16 × 4 3/16 in., was intended for easy distribution and collection, making it a popular form of advertising. Today, the card is preserved in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY.