Ace of Spades (black), from the Playing Cards series (N84) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888

"Ace of Spades (black)" is a card from the "Playing Cards series (N84)" designed by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in 1888 for Duke brand cigarettes. The card features a highly ornate, black spade with a detailed design, typical of the Art Nouveau style. This card was intended to be an advertisement for Duke cigarettes and is an example of how graphic design was used in the late 19th century to promote products. The card is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, representing a unique piece of American advertising history.