Roman, from World's Dudes series (N31) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888

This is a chromolithograph from the *World’s Dudes* series of trading cards produced by Allen & Ginter in 1888 to promote their cigarettes. "Roman", clad in a blue coat and striped trousers, stands on a balcony, holding a cane and striking a pose typical of the dandy. The card uses bright colors and a highly detailed style characteristic of the era. This card is part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.