Happy New Year, from the New Years 1890 series (N227) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889 - 1890

"Happy New Year," from the "New Years 1890" series, is a trade card produced by Kinney Bros. Tobacco Company in 1889-1890. The card depicts a woman in a red hat, holding a snowball and throwing it at a man who is shielding himself. The inscription "Under the Mistletoe" suggests a playful snowball fight during the holiday season. This card, measuring 1 1/2 × 2 3/4 inches, is an example of a popular form of advertising in the late 19th century. It showcases the company's brand and promotes its products through engaging imagery and festive themes. The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses this charming artifact of American advertising history.