Nubia, from the Types of All Nations series (N24) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1889

This chromolithograph, "Nubia", was created in 1889 by Allen & Ginter as part of their "Types of All Nations" series for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes. The image depicts a young man, possibly a Nubian, wearing traditional clothing. The chromolithograph was intended for a mass audience, as a marketing tool for the cigarette company. The bold colors, simple design and clear depiction of the individual make it stand out, further emphasizing the cigarette brand to the audience.