From the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 4) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891
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portrait
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photo of handprinted image
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toned paper
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photo restoration
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charcoal drawing
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19th century
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men
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
This is a trade card from the "From the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 4)" created by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes between 1885 and 1891. The card features a bust portrait of a woman wearing a large, wide-brimmed hat with feathers. She is looking to the viewer's left, with a soft smile, her gaze is gentle and dreamy. The trade card features the words "Virginia Brights Cigarettes," which was printed by the Allen & Ginter company for the cigarette company. This card and many others in the series became popular collectibles, even today!
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