Plate 14, from the Fans of the Period series (N7) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1889

This chromolithograph, "Plate 14, from the Fans of the Period series (N7) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands", was created by Allen & Ginter in 1889. It is a collectible trade card, part of a larger set featuring women and their fashionable fans. This particular card depicts a woman holding a large, ornate fan adorned with pink roses, while wearing a frilly, blue dress. This small but vibrant piece highlights the beauty and artistry of trade cards, which were a popular form of advertising in the late 19th century.