Herring, from the series Fishers and Fish (N74) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888

"Herring," from the series "Fishers and Fish," is a chromolithograph by Knapp & Company, created in 1888 for Duke brand cigarettes. The image depicts a single herring, swimming against a green and blue background, with an intricate floral pattern surrounding the fish. This trade card is an example of a popular advertising trend in the late 19th century, where companies used beautiful illustrations to promote their products. It can be found in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY.