Number 8, Caught on the Fly, from the Tricks with Cards series (N138) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1887
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"Number 8, Caught on the Fly" is a trade card from the "Tricks with Cards" series, created in 1887 by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to advertise Honest Long Cut Tobacco. The card depicts a magician performing a card trick, showcasing the brand's name and logo. The illustration features a man in a suit with a wand, surrounded by flying playing cards, and a devilish figure peering from the right side. The card's vibrant colors and detailed imagery create a sense of magic and intrigue.
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