Pedestrian Contest, from the Games and Sports series (N165) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1889

This chromolithograph, "Pedestrian Contest," is part of the "Games and Sports" series of trading cards produced by Goodwin & Company in 1889 to promote Old Judge Cigarettes. The card depicts a lively race of four men, while a woman, possibly a spectator, is shown in profile on the right. This vibrant image is typical of the style popularized by the 19th-century chromolithograph, and reflects the public's growing interest in sports and athletic competition in the late 19th century. The small size of the card, 1 1/2 x 2 3/4 inches, reflects the popularity of this format for collectible trading cards in the late 19th century. This artwork is part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.