Albert Hamm, Oarsman, from World's Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1887

"Albert Hamm, Oarsman" is a chromolithograph trading card from the "World's Champions" series created by Allen & Ginter in 1887. The card depicts a portrait of the oarsman Albert Hamm, who is facing the viewer, wearing a striped rowing jersey, with a small depiction of him rowing a boat below. The card is a prime example of the type of advertising used by tobacco companies in the late 19th century, using collectible cards to promote their products. The card is housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, and is a fascinating glimpse into the history of sports and advertising.