Kalmuc, from World's Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888

This lithograph, "Kalmuc," is part of the "World's Smokers" series of trading cards produced by Allen & Ginter for their cigarette brand in 1888. It features a portrait of a Kalmyk man, a member of a Turkic people group originally from the Volga region, with a distinct hat and a pipe. This card, like others in the series, aimed to depict diverse cultures through portraits, promoting a sense of global exploration and curiosity, while simultaneously advertising the Allen & Ginter cigarettes.