Scotch Terrier, from the Dogs of the World series for Old Judge Cigarettes

Art Historical Context

Step into the whimsical world of 19th advertising with *Scotch Terrier*, a charming chromolithograph from Goodwin & Company's *Dogs of the World*, produced in 1890 for Old Judge Cigarettes. These tiny cards (just 1 1/2 x 2 13/16 inches) were tucked into cigarette packs as collectible premiums, sparking a craze among smokers and hobbyists alike. The Scotch Terrier, with its wiry coat and alert stance, exemplifies the era's fascination with purebred dogs, popularized by Victorian kennel clubs and breeding enthusiasts. Crafted as a commercial color lithograph, this print showcases the vibrancy of chromolithography—a revolutionary technique that layered up to 30 colors via stone printing plates, enabling mass production of eye-catching images at low cost. Goodwin & Company, a leading tobacco firm, leveraged this to promote their brand while educating on global dog breeds, blending commerce with cultural appeal. Today, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Jefferson R. Burdick Collection (a gift celebrating one man's passion for ephemera), it highlights how everyday objects captured artistic ingenuity and canine adoration, offering a playful glimpse into Gilded Age marketing and pet culture.

About the Artist

Goodwin & Company · 1850–1950

**Goodwin & Company (ca. 1850–1950)** Goodwin & Company, originally established as E. Goodwin and Brother before the American Civil War, emerged as a prominent New York City-based tobacco manufacturer in the mid-19th century. Operating from the bustling heart of Manhattan, the firm built its reputation on popular cigarette brands such as Gypsy Queen and, most notably, Old Judge, which became syno...