Card 661, Louise Paullin, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes by Allen & Ginter

Card 661, Louise Paullin, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

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portrait

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pencil drawn

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photo of handprinted image

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drawing

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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print

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pencil sketch

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old engraving style

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charcoal drawing

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pencil drawing

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men

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watercolour illustration

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watercolor

This is a trade card from the "Actors and Actresses" series, produced by Allen & Ginter between 1885 and 1891. This particular card, number 661, features a portrait of actress Louise Paullin. The image is a sepia-toned photograph, showcasing Paullin in a contemplative pose, her long hair cascading down her back. The card is an example of a popular 19th-century marketing strategy, utilizing collectible cards to promote Virginia Brights cigarettes. These cards were widely collected and traded, becoming a significant part of American popular culture.

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