Fräulein Zimmermann, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

"Fräulein Zimmermann," from the Actors and Actresses series for Virginia Brights Cigarettes, is a card from a set of collectible cards printed by Allen & Ginter between 1885 and 1891. This particular card depicts a woman, likely an actress, in a theatrical pose, and it is a small, yet detailed, example of the popular "trade card" genre. These cards were used for advertising, and often featured images of celebrities, sports figures, or other popular figures of the day. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City holds this card in its collection.