Amerigo Vespucci, Italian Navy, from the Naval Vessels of the World series (N226) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889

This chromolithograph, "Amerigo Vespucci, Italian Navy", was created by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1889 as part of their "Naval Vessels of the World" series. The card features a detailed illustration of the Italian warship Amerigo Vespucci, docked in a harbor, showcasing its impressive sails and hull. This colorful and detailed card, part of a larger series promoting Kinney Bros. cigarettes, is an example of commercial art that leveraged popular themes, like naval history, to engage consumers.