Miss Bepoir, from the Actresses series (N203) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889
williamskimballcompany
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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pencil drawn
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drawing
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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charcoal drawing
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charcoal art
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pencil drawing
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coffee painting
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men
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
"Miss Bepoir," an 1889 trade card from the "Actresses" series, showcases a seated woman in an ornate dress. Issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. to promote their cigarettes, the card features a photographic portrait capturing the actress in a theatrical pose. This collectible card, a popular form of advertisement in the late 19th century, is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offering a glimpse into the history of tobacco advertising and the world of theatrical performers.
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