Maude Millett as "Cinderella," from the series Fancy Dress Ball Costumes (N73) for Duke brand cigarettes 1889

This colorful lithograph, part of the "Fancy Dress Ball Costumes" series for Duke brand cigarettes, depicts Maude Millett as Cinderella in 1889. The artwork, designed by W. Duke, Sons & Co., showcases a whimsical interpretation of the classic fairytale. Millett wears a bright yellow gown with a red ribbon tied around her neck and a glass slipper fashioned into a flower crown on her head. The piece is a charming example of late 19th-century commercial art, showcasing the popularity of fairy tales and the growing trend of cigarette advertising.