Sioux Chief, North America, from the Military Series (N224) issued by Kinney Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1888

This chromolithograph, part of the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company's "Military Series" promoting Sweet Caporal cigarettes, depicts a Sioux Chief in full regalia. The artwork is a prime example of 19th century Native American imagery, often romanticized and used in advertising. The colorful design features intricate details of traditional clothing, weaponry, and headdress, set against a swirling abstract background. The card itself is small, measuring only 2 3/4 x 1 1/2 inches, yet the imagery packs a visual punch, showcasing the company's marketing efforts to appeal to consumers.