19th century - Harris and Ewing, Washington, D.C.

A drawing of a man holding a baseball bat, Library of Congress Harris and Ewing collection

Portraits and news photographs by Washington, D.C.-based firm, showing people, events, architecture in Washington, D.C. and elsewhere.

Tall gentleman in elegant suit sitting and enjoying his cigar in a Victorian chair, which is tilting back at a precarious angle.
LOT subdivision subject: Humor.
Title and other information transcribed from caption card and item.
Lithograph by Monsch Bros, Lith. Cin. Frank Schwarz, No. 259 West 4th St., Cin. O.
Caption card tracings: Tobacco Smoking; Tobacco Ad.; Shelf.
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