R.D. Sears, Champion American Lawn Tennis Player, from World's Champions, Second Series (N43) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888

This chromolithograph card from the *World's Champions* series, produced by Allen & Ginter in 1888, features a portrait of R.D. Sears, an American lawn tennis player. Sears is depicted in a striped jersey and cap, holding a tennis racket, a visual symbol of his athletic prowess. The card, which is a collectible, served as a promotional item for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes. This piece offers a glimpse into the history of sports, particularly the rise of tennis in the late 19th century, and captures the essence of a champion.