Jacob Gaudaur, Oarsman, from World's Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1887

"Jacob Gaudaur, Oarsman" is a chromolithograph trading card from the "World's Champions, Series 1" set produced by Allen & Ginter in 1887. This card features a portrait of Jacob Gaudaur, a prominent oarsman of the time, depicted in a striped rowing jersey. Below the portrait, a small illustration shows a rower in action, highlighting Gaudaur's athletic prowess. These trading cards were distributed with Allen & Ginter cigarettes, contributing to the popularization of sports figures and the growth of the collectible card market. The card exemplifies the illustrative style of the late 19th century, using vibrant colors and detailed imagery to capture the essence of the subject.