Chinese, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

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Chinese, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

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Allen And Allen And Ginter Allen Ginter Ginter Ginter Allen National Costume National Dress Pipe Stereotype Stereotypical Stereotyping Tobacco Company Tobacco Pipe Trade Card Parody Satirical

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This vibrant lithograph from 1888 captures a stereotypical portrayal of a Chinese man, part of the Worlds Smokers series for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes. The image is filled with colorful details, showcasing the man's national costume and traditional clothing. He wears a distinctive hat and his attire reflects the fashion of nineteenth-century China. The satirical nature of this portrait is evident in its exaggerated features and playful elements. The pink rose pinned to his lapel adds an unexpected touch, while the pipe he holds symbolizes smoking culture at that time. This trade card was created as part of a larger collection by Allen & Ginter, an American tobacco company. While it is important to acknowledge that this image perpetuates stereotypes prevalent during that era, it also serves as a historical artifact capturing attitudes towards different cultures in late 19th century America. Today, we can view this print through a critical lens and reflect on how perceptions have evolved over time. Preserved by The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this piece offers insight into both American society at the turn of the century and the marketing strategies employed by tobacco companies like Allen & Ginter. It stands as a testament to our ever-changing understanding of cultural representation and reminds us to approach historical images with sensitivity and awareness.

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