Henry W. Grady, The Atlanta Constitution, from the American Editors series (N35) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes by Allen & Ginter

Henry W. Grady, The Atlanta Constitution, from the American Editors series (N35) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1887

drawing, print

portrait

drawing

aged paper

toned paper

yellowing background

photo restoration

print

traditional media

children publication design

coloured pencil

men

watercolour illustration

watercolor

warm toned green

building

This 1887 trade card, part of the *American Editors* series for Allen & Ginter cigarettes, depicts Henry W. Grady, editor of *The Atlanta Constitution*, alongside an image of the Fulton County Courthouse in Atlanta. This lithograph exemplifies a popular form of advertising in the late 19th century, using imagery to promote a product. The card showcases the iconic architecture of the courthouse, highlighting the progress and growth of the American South.