Five Spades (black), from the Playing Cards series (N84) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888

"Five Spades (black)" is a playing card from the "Playing Cards series (N84)" created for Duke brand cigarettes in 1888. The card, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, is a prime example of commercial art from the late 19th century. It showcases the simple yet effective design of playing cards, with the five spades rendered in black ink on a cream-colored cardstock. The card's small size, measuring only 2 3/4 x 1 1/2 inches, underscores its intended purpose as a promotional item for Duke cigarettes.